Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce '194N' Wall Light with Black Shade

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, wall light, model '194N', chrome-plated metal, coated aluminum, coated steel, Italy, 1950

This wall light, model 194N, is designed by the influential designer in the field of lighting design Gino Sarfatti (1912-1985) for Arteluce in 1950. Sarfatti founded Arteluce in 1936, an Italian lighting company that garnered acclaim for its groundbreaking and pioneering designs, defying conventional norms prevalent during that period. Functional principles, such as flexibility and adaptability, guided Sarfatti through the design process. He conceived a modular approach to lighting systems, enabling the user to personalize and adjust the lighting fixtures according to its preferences and needs. A significant part of the released designs incorporated practical elements, such as adjustable arms and rotating mechanisms. This innovative approach had a profound influence on the conceptualization and utilization of lighting within interiors around that time. In addition to their functional attributes, the lamps crafted by the company were predominantly characterized by a pure and minimalist aesthetic. A decoration was subordinate to the constructive element, focusing on the essential composition of geometric forms and usage of materials.

Gino Sarfatti considers this type of wall lights as ‘extendible wall sconce’. The 194N features an articulated arm that suspends the black dome-shaped shade. The arm can be moved sideways, changing the position of the light horizontally. Additionally, due to the cylindrical-shaped counterweight, the diffuser can be raised or lowered vertically. The design highlights the lamp's mechanical components, giving it a raw yet sophisticated look.

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