Brand: Artemide
Designers: Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina
Model: Tolomeo Faretto
Era: 1990s
Material: Anodized aluminum, polished die-cast aluminum
Design: Adjustable wall sconce with integrated switch
Origin: Italy
Color: Matte Aluminum, Polished Aluminum
Available: 2 units (sold separately)
Dimensions: Projection from wall 27 cm × Height 23 cm
Bulb: E27 fitting
Installation: Housing fitted for direct wall connection
Condition: Very good vintage condition. Minor scrapes and small dings to the aluminum finish consistent with age. One unit is missing the directional adjustment pin, though this is primarily a cosmetic design element and does not affect the lamp's functionality or adjustability.
Designed by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide, the Tolomeo Faretto has become one of the defining icons of contemporary Italian lighting. This wall-mounted version combines the industrial precision of the Tolomeo collection with a compact, highly functional form, making it equally suited to residential and commercial interiors.
The matte anodized aluminum diffuser pivots to direct light exactly where needed, while the polished die-cast aluminum wall support creates a refined contrast of finishes. An integrated switch on the lamp arm offers convenient operation, making it an ideal bedside reading light, task lamp, or architectural accent.
Both examples are original Artemide pieces and are offered individually. Their honest signs of age reflect decades of careful use while preserving the timeless aesthetic and exceptional build quality that have made the Tolomeo collection a benchmark of modern lighting design. A true design classic that remains as relevant today as when it was first introduced.
