To celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Snoopy, created in 1967 by the Castiglioni brothers and one of the most iconic and ironic table lamps in the history of design, Flos has produced a Limited Edition of 1,700 numbered pieces. 80 models will be available for purchase in the United States beginning in February 2018.
The special edition brings back to light the first design for Snoopy, preserved at the Achille Castiglioni Foundation, which differs from the version found in the catalogue for the elegant matte black embossing powder finishing of its unmistakable snout-shaped reflector. All the other details remain identical to the traditional model, as does the cylindrical base made from precious veined white marble, with a thick crystal glass disc fixed to it, and the three cooling holes that resemble a bowling ball grip.
The marble base, that originally housed the on/off switch and an electronic dimmer to adjust the light brightness – a very innovative feature at the time -still hosts the same functions through a high technological touch sensor dimmer.
Each lamp in the Limited Edition has a holographic label with its serial number, certifying it is an absolutely unique piece. Snoopy Limited Edition Matte Black is set to make history and represents a unique opportunity for both collectors and enthusiasts.
Material: crystal, marble, metal
Light source: 105W E27 HSGS or LED 8W – E27 740lm –2700K
About FLOS:
Established in 1962 in Merano, Italy, FLOS is recognised as a world leading manufacturer of innovative lighting solutions in the residential and architectural sectors, featuring high quality products and systems characterised by fine design. The company has a rich catalogue of iconic products by legendary designers including Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Philippe Starck, Antonio Citterio, Piero Lissoni, Marcel Wanders, Konstantin Grcic, Jasper Morrison, Patricia Urquiola, Ron Gilad, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Michael Anastassiades and many more.
The company has grown significantly over more than fifty years in business, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to research and innovation in lighting, combined with an extraordinary ability to identify new creative talents.
In November 2014, the entry of the private equity fund Investindustrial into the FLOS’ capital marked the start of a further plan of industrial development and international expansion. In March 2015, FLOS acquired Italian architectural outdoor lighting company Ares and the outdoor division became the Group’s fourth production unit, alongside the historical design, architectural and custom products sectors.
FLOS has single-brand stores in Rome, Milan, Paris, Hong Kong, Stockholm, New York and Lyon.