Oluce Spider 291 Table Lamp Lacquered Aluminum Adjustable Reflector
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Oluce Spider 291 Table Lamp Lacquered Aluminum Adjustable Reflector
Designed by Joe Colombo for Oluce
Design Joe Colombo, 1965
Designed by Joe Colombo in 1965 for Oluce, the Spider 291 table lamp is a defining icon of mid-century modern lighting, featuring a fire-painted metal reflector mounted on a chromed vertical rod, supported by a painted metal base. Its meticulous design accommodates a special horizontal spotlight bulb, delivering precision illumination for stylish interiors.
A melamine joint enables seamless adjustability and repositioning, offering versatility for various lighting needs. Available in table and floor lamp versions, and offered in refined colors like black and mustard yellow, the Spider table lamp remains a celebrated example of functional yet artistic lighting design, perfect for modern homes by Oluce.
Awarded the Compasso d’Oro (1967)—Oluce’s first prestigious design accolade—the Spider 291 table lamp by Joe Colombo is part of permanent collections at Triennale Milano, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Kunstmuseum Düsseldorf, and Neue Sammlung Museum in Munich. A true masterpiece of Italian design, it continues to illuminate interiors with its bold aesthetic and technical brilliance.
Joe Colombo
Joe Colombo (1930-1971) was a visionary Italian designer, recognized for his futuristic and modular designs that revolutionized 20th-century Italian lighting. His works seamlessly blended technology, innovation, and functional aesthetics, including the Spider 291 table lamp.
Designed in 1965, the Spider Lamp became one of Joe Colombo’s most iconic pieces, featuring a lacquered aluminum reflector mounted on a chromed vertical rod. It was designed for a unique horizontal spotlight, making it a functional masterpiece that continues to inspire design trends.
The Spider Lamp remains a hallmark of mid-century modern design and is part of permanent collections in prestigious museums, including:
- Triennale di Milano
- MoMA, New York
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Die Neue Sammlung, Munich
His legacy endures, shaping the evolution of modern lighting design with timeless innovation.
Awards
Compasso d’Oro ADI Milano – 1967
MoMA “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” – 1972
Technical Data
The Spider 291 table lamp, designed by Joe Colombo for Oluce, is a mid-century design icon, known for its versatile adjustability and sleek metal construction that enhances modern interiors.
- Material: Metal / Lacquered Aluminium – featured in the Spider 291 table lamp
- Lighting: 1 x max 48 W G9
- Colors: Black / Mustard Yellow
- Design Features: Adjustable reflector, melamine joint
- Certifications: CE, UL, CCC
With its sleek and adaptable structure, the Spider 291 table lamp by Oluce remains a timeless classic, ideal for modern and vintage-inspired interiors with its elegant design.
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Black stem chrome, Mustard yellow |
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