Vintage 1970's Harvey Guzzini Faro Table Lamp "FARO"

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INTRO:

An absolute design classic, this stunning FARO (Italian for 'Lighthouse') table lamp from Italian design powerhouse Harvey Guzzini absolutely oozes retro charm, yet somehow would fit into a modern interior as if it had always been there. Constructed of chromed iron and featuring a large, domed bright orange acrylic shade (which can rise and fall up the central chrome tubing), this beautiful lamp has been fully restored electrically to bring it in line with 21st century safety standards. Fit the lamp with a pair of E14 smart bulbs and you've got a fabulously versatile statement lamp.

The lamp's striking aesthetics has meant it has found its way into a number of high-profile film and TV productions. Scroll through the images and see the lamp in Roger Moore's second Bond film "THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GUN" from 1974, and the same orange version in 2022's 'HELLRAISER' reboot.

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A BIT OF HISTORY:

iGuzzini illuminazione was established in June 1958 by Raimondo Guzzini (born 1928) under the name Harvey. Harvey is derived from the famous movie ‘Harvey’ with James Stuart and the invisible rabbit Harvey from 1950. The initial production of enamelled copper objects was supplemented by decorative luminaires. In the early sixties it became a family business when his five brothers joined the company.

In 1962, Luigi Massoni was attracted to lead the design team. He worked for Fratelli Guzzini and Harvey Guzzini until 1976. Luigi Massoni designed many iconic lamps in that period.

The company still exists and changed the name in 1974 into iGuzzini and in 1981 to iGuzzini illuminazione.

The FARO lamp series was produced between 1970 and 1981.

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CONDITION:

The lamp is in beautiful vintage condition. The rise and fall components have been strengthened and repaired, and the chromed sections have been gently polished back to a radiant shine. Some pitting still remains, but this simply adds to the vintage charm. The beautifully bright acrylic shade has been thoroughly washed and cleaned, and shines up as if brand new. Happily, there are no cracks to spoil the groovy aesthetic, just a few mild surface-level scratches.

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THE TECHNICAL BIT:

FARO has been fully restored electrically, bringing it safely in line with 21st century safety standards.

The twin Bakelite B15 lamp holders (which were corroded and seriously limited the lamps usability throughout the world) have been removed, and installed in their place are a pair of matching chrome E14/SES versions, subtly matched to the metal frame and ensuring the lamp can now be used throughout the world.

FARO has been rewired with fabulous matching orange 3-core twist-braided cable, featuring a high quality white inline rocker switch 25cm from the lamp base (and a further 2m to the matching white UK 3-pin plug). A newly added internal cord grip keeps the cable sturdily and safely in place. The metal lamp holders are fully earthed, and FARO has been thoroughly PAT tested and approved (with a sticker affixed near the plug to show the PASS status). Components comprise of British-made and certified lamp holders, plug, cable and an Italian-made switch, which has passed or exceeded relevant CE and EU electrical integrity tests.

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DIMENSIONS:

Height: 60cm
Width: 33cm
Depth: 33cm
Weight: 4KG

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SHIPPING:

Every item is professionally wrapped, packaged and sent via UPS on a fully trackable service.

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DISCLAIMER:

Please note, when purchasing vintage glassware, earthenware and ceramics etc., some age-related signs of wear such are to be expected. These include, but are not limited to; fine surface scratches/scuff marks, superficial chips, colour aberrations and dulling of parts that have been exposed to abrasive treatment. I ensure I list any aesthetic faults in both the descriptions and photographs, but please always satisfy yourself the item you are purchasing matches the description.