Magneto Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes, 1950s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Unique and unusual Magneto floor lamp, designed by Gilbert Watrous (1918-1991) for the 1951 design competition organized by MOMA, the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The lamp was first produced by the American company Heifetz and then also in the 1950s by the Dutch company Atelier Artiforte, led by Hendrik Fillekes (1918-1983), who produced some variants of this wonderful timeless design and turned it into a unique piece. really special since it was manufactured in a short period of time during the 1950s with very little production and assembly done by hand.

This lamp stands out for its elegant, straight lines that connect its long chrome arm to a spherical magnet, hence the name 'Magneto'. Thanks to this perfectly balanced and aligned design, the lamp can be oriented and moved to any point, offering functional and omnidirectional light.

The importance and rarity of this gem of mid-century design that we present is underlined by its cylindrical shade with a translucent back, which appears to show an eye when lit, illuminating two points at once and creating exceptional ambient light. Its base is also different from those that can be found on other documented Magneto lamp models.

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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

Creator	H. Fillekes
Manufacturer	Ateliers Artiforte
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Identifying Marks	This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark
Style	Midcentury
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use
Plug Type	European Plug (up to 250V)
SKU	JJT-1918665
Materials	Chrome Plating, Metal
Color	Brown, silver
Width	29 cm 29 cm
Depth	29 cm 29 cm
Height	183 cm 183 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Spain
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.