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Nov 26, 2024
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Ciat Magazine
Discovering Eclisse by Artemide
Light is an essential element for creating the right atmosphere at home and can radically transform the look of a room. Well-designed lighting does not just respond to functional needs, but also affects our mood and highlights the elegance of spaces.
For example, a soft and adjustable light can enrich the experience in a reading corner, while a direct beam of light is ideal for the desk, where concentration is needed. Designer lamps add a further level of aesthetic value, often turning into focal points and real works of art, capable of giving a touch of character to any room. Lighting thus becomes a tool for enhancing rooms and giving them a unique personality, capable of reflecting the style and taste of those who live there.
The history and iconic design of Eclisse
The Eclisse lamp by Artemide has a unique history and represents a turning point in the world of Italian design. Designed in 1965 by Vico Magistretti, one of the masters of Italian design, the lamp came to light at a time of great creative fervor in Italy, when the entire design sector was exploring new aesthetic and functional horizons. Magistretti, born in Milan in 1920 and trained as an architect, was one of the protagonists of the modernist movement. With an approach focused on simplicity and essentiality of form, he constantly sought to reconcile beauty and functionality, a concept that was expressed to the fullest in the design of the Eclisse lamp.
The story of Eclisse has a suggestive anecdote: the inspiration for the design of the lamp seems to have come to Magistretti by observing a miner's lantern and the functioning of its mobile shield. In an ingenious combination of design and functionality, Magistretti developed a structure that allows the light to be dosed using a rotating internal cap, thus simulating the phenomenon of a solar eclipse. This is where the name "Eclisse" comes from, a poetic reference to a natural phenomenon that has always fascinated humanity.
Introduced to the public in the 1960s, Eclisse immediately received international recognition. In 1967, it won the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award, one of the most important awards in the world of design. This small spherical lamp quickly became an icon of Italian creativity, standing out for its innovative design and its ability to combine pure aesthetics and exceptional ease of use in a single object.
The unique features and versatility of this lamp make it a true icon of Italian creativity. by Eclisse
The Eclisse lamp is built with three spherical sections, two of which form the external structure, while an internal cap is mobile and allows you to adjust the intensity of the light with a simple gesture. This structure allows you to create atmospheric lighting, which can be adjusted as desired, making Eclisse perfect for any living environment. Made of sturdy materials and available in a range of bright and refined colors - such as white, yellow and red - Eclisse is extremely versatile and easily adapts to both residential and commercial spaces, adding a touch of class and uniqueness wherever it is placed.
The compact size of Eclisse makes it perfect for use in various corners of the house: as a reading lamp on the bedside table, as a light point for a bookcase or as a design element on the desk.
Its ability to direct and modulate light makes it a versatile option with great aesthetic impact, capable of creating suggestive and refined atmospheres. This lamp is not just an object of use, but a real luminous sculpture that adds personality to any room. to any environment, thanks also to its essential and timeless aesthetics.
Why Eclisse has become a design icon
The Eclisse lamp is today one of the symbols of Italian design and an example of genius and innovation that has survived the test of time without losing its charm. It is exhibited in the most prestigious design museums in the world, including the MoMA in New York and the Triennale Design Museum in Milan, where it represents a tribute to the creativity of Vico Magistretti and the quality of Italian craftsmanship. Its iconicity lies in the simplicity of its forms and the functionality of its materials. intuitive, which make it immediately recognizable and capable of adapting perfectly to any context, from classic to modern furnishings.
Eclisse is a lamp that does not go unnoticed and, despite being compact and minimal, has a unique character that knows how to capture attention without ever being excessive. This masterpiece by Artemide is a tribute to design excellence, and continues to be chosen by those who want to bring a piece of history and culture of Italian design into their home.
For those who want to admire this design jewel up close, the Eclisse lamp can be viewed and purchased both online, on the Ciat Design website, and at the showroom, where you can touch the quality of the materials and appreciate every detail of this iconic object, which continues to illuminate and fascinate homes around the world.
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