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biography
Gino Sarfatti was an Italian artist and designer who revolutionized the world of lighting with his innovative designs. Born in Venice in 1912, Sarfatti was fascinated by the interplay of light and shadow from an early age. He studied engineering at the University of Genoa, but his true passion lay in the world of design.
In 1939, Sarfatti founded the lighting company Arteluce, which quickly became a leading force in the industry. He was known for his minimalist approach to design, using simple shapes and materials to create stunningly beautiful and functional lighting fixtures. His designs were characterized by their clean lines, geometric shapes, and innovative use of materials such as metal, glass, and plastic.
Sarfatti's work was highly influential in the mid-century modern movement, and his designs are still highly sought after today. He was a true innovator, constantly experimenting with new materials and techniques to create lighting fixtures that were both beautiful and functional. His designs were featured in some of the most iconic buildings of the era, including the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
Despite his success, Sarfatti remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to work on new designs until his death in 1985, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire designers and artists around the world. Today, his work is celebrated for its timeless beauty and innovative spirit, and he is remembered as one of the greatest lighting designers of all time.
In 1939, Sarfatti founded the lighting company Arteluce, which quickly became a leading force in the industry. He was known for his minimalist approach to design, using simple shapes and materials to create stunningly beautiful and functional lighting fixtures. His designs were characterized by their clean lines, geometric shapes, and innovative use of materials such as metal, glass, and plastic.
Sarfatti's work was highly influential in the mid-century modern movement, and his designs are still highly sought after today. He was a true innovator, constantly experimenting with new materials and techniques to create lighting fixtures that were both beautiful and functional. His designs were featured in some of the most iconic buildings of the era, including the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
Despite his success, Sarfatti remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to work on new designs until his death in 1985, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire designers and artists around the world. Today, his work is celebrated for its timeless beauty and innovative spirit, and he is remembered as one of the greatest lighting designers of all time.
Past lots of Gino Sarfatti
Gino Sarfatti
Rare suspension lamp mod. 2072 Jo-Jo.
Lacquered metal structure and coloured methacrylate double-valve diffusers. Arteluce, Italy, 1953
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2109/12
Rosone in metallo laccato con diffusori in vetro satinato e catenelle portanti cromate. Proveniente da una collezione privata [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade da tavolo mod. 516.
Struttura in ottone e base in marmo, diffusori orientabili in metallo laccato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1948.
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Gino Sarfatti
Dodici lampade a parete mod. 3055/25
Struttura in metallo laccato con diffusori in vetro stampato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Set di otto lampade a parete mod. 238/2
Struttura in metallo laccato e due diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2042/9
Struttura in metallo, metallo laccato e sfere in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a plafone mod. 2042/9.
Struttura in metallo laccato, alluminio e diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a plafone mod. 2042/9.
Struttura in metallo, metallo laccato e diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da terra mod. 1031B
Struttura in metallo con diffusori in alluminio laccato e base in marmo. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 194 [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Sei lampade a parete mod. 238/2
Struttura in metallo laccato e due diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Sei lampade a parete mod. 238/2
Struttura in ottone, metallo laccato e diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 ca. [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2042/9
Struttura in metallo, metallo laccato e sfere in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da terra mod. 1063
Struttura in metallo laccato. Proveniente da una collezione privata - Roma Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1953
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Gino Sarfatti
Sei lampade a parete mod. 239/1
Struttura in metallo laccato con diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1970 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da terra con tavolino.
Struttura in legno laccato e ottone. Paralume in tessuto. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1940 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a sospensione mod. 2042/6.
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963.
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Gino Sarfatti
Quattro lampade a parete o a plafone mod. 3005.
Struttura in alluminio laccato e ottone. Diffusori in vetro satinato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Cinque appliques mod. 238/2
Struttura in metallo laccato e due diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade da tavolo mod. 607
Struttura in alluminio laccato craquelé. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1971
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Gino Sarfatti
Tre lampade a plafone mod. 3010
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusore in vetro satinato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1959.
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a plafone mod. 155
Struttura in alluminio laccato con riflettore in ottone. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da tavolo mod. 611/p
Schermo riflettore in renal lucido, struttura in metallo. Etichetta originale. Proveniente da una collezione privata - [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Table lamp mod. 516.
Brass structure and marble base, adjustable lacquered metal diffuser. Arteluce, Italy, 1948.
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2069n
Struttura in metallo, alluminio anodizzato e metallo laccato e diffusore in metacrilato. Meccanismo a contrappeso con altezza [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Tre lampade a sospensione mod. 2042/6.
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusori in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade da tavolo mod. 540/p
Struttura in metacrilato trasparente e diffusori orientabili in metallo laccato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1968
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a parete mod. 238/5
Struttura in metallo laccato e cinque diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Quattro lampade a parete.
Struttura in ottone con diffusore in metallo laccato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Tre appliques mod. 238/3
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusori in vetro con piattello porta lampadine in alluminio. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 196 [..]
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