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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
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
Set di otto lampade a parete mod. 239/1
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusore a sfera in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1970
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Gino Sarfatti
Rare floor lamp with adjustable arms
Lacquered metal and aluminium structure. Marble base. Certificate of authenticity. Arteluce, Italy, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Moon suspension lamp mod. 2130
Lacquered aluminium structure and plexiglass diffuser. Arteluce, Italy, 1969
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Gino Sarfatti
Sei lampade a parete mod. 239/1
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusore a sfera in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1970
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2042/9
Struttura in metallo laccato e sfere in vetro satinato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1963
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Gino Sarfatti
Otto lampade da parete mod 238/2
Struttura in metallo laccato e due diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Rare adjustable wall lamp mod. 197
Brass frame and lacquered aluminium diffuser. Original label. Arteluce, Italy, 1950 ca. Maximum extention: cm 150; Diffuser: [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a sospensione mod. 2121
Struttura in metallo laccato, acciaio cromato e diffusore in metacrilato opalino. Tiranti in micro-sfere d'acciaio e meccanismo [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Sei lampade da 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 da terra mod. 1003
Struttura in ottone e metallo laccato. Diffusore orientabile in alluminio laccato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1946.
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2065 GF
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusore in metacrilato opalino Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Table lamp mod. 521
Cast iron base, brass stem and bronzed aluminium diffusers. Arteluce, Italy, 1961
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2121
Struttura in metallo laccato, acciaio cromato e diffusore in metacrilato opalino. Tiranti in micro-sfere d'acciaio e meccanismo [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da tavolo 584/G
Struttura in metallo cromato, base in metallo laccato craquelè e diffusore in metacrialto. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1957
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Gino Sarfatti
Sistema di tre lampade da terra mod. 1073
Struttura e riflettore in metallo laccato e base in ghisa. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1956
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Gino Sarfatti
Otto lampade da parete mod. 142
Struttura in metallo laccato e metallo cromato, diffusore orientabile in metallo laccato. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1958
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Gino Sarfatti
Coppia lampade a sospensione mod. 2105
Struttura ad altezza regolabile con diffusore in alluminio tornito e particolari in metallo laccato. Etichetta originale. [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Tre lampade a parete mod. 238/2
Struttura in metallo laccato e due diffusori a sfera in vetro satinato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1960 [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Rare table lamp mod. 576
with lacquered brass frame and curved perspex diffuser. Arteluce, Italy, 1956
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Gino Sarfatti
Lampada a sospensione mod. 2065 GF
Struttura in metallo laccato e diffusore in metacrilato opalino Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Quattro faretti mod. SP/3/r
Struttura in alluminio e metallo laccato. Decalcomania originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 ca.
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Gino Sarfatti
Coppia di lampade da tavolo mod. 523
Struttura in alluminio e base in ghisa. Finitura laccata craquelé. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1964
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a sospensione
Struttura in metallo cromato e laccato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1958.
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Gino Sarfatti
Due lampade a parete mod. 36
Struttura in ottone cromato e diffusore orientabile in metallo laccato. Etichetta originale. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1950 [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Gruppo di quattro lampade da tavolo
Due lampade da tavolo orientabili nere mod. 600/p e due lampade da tavolo orientabili bianche mod. 600/g. Struttura in metallo [..]
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Gino Sarfatti
Floor lamp mod. 1079
Chrome-plated brass frame and internal satin methacrylate diffuser. Arteluce, Italy, 1960
Gino Sarfatti
Pair of wall lamps mod. 2/2 px
Flange and ring in polished aluminium and methacrylate diffusers. Arteluce, Italy, 1960 ca.
Gino Sarfatti
Moon table lamp mod. 605
Metal frame and lacquered metal; methacrylate diffuser and dimmer switch. Original label. Arteluce, Italy, 1969
Gino Sarfatti
Lampada da terra mod. 1063
Struttura in metallo laccato. Parziale decalcomania originale. Certificato di autenticità. Prod. Arteluce, Italia, 1953 [..]