Bottega Veneta has teamed up with Italian lighting powerhouse Flos to bring new life to Gino Sarfatti’s iconic Model 600 table lamp. This collaboration breathes fresh energy into a mid-century classic, merging Bottega Veneta’s signature luxury with Flos’ expertise in innovative lighting solutions.
Gino Sarfatti, a celebrated figure in lighting design, was known for his forward-thinking approach. Born in Venice in 1912, he revolutionized lighting concepts throughout his prolific career, pushing the boundaries of both aesthetics and functionality. His Model 600 lamp, introduced in 1966, broke away from the rigidity of traditional lamps, offering a flexible base that allowed it to adapt to any surface—a radical idea at the time. It was a design that paralleled Bottega Veneta’s founding ethos of embracing soft, fluid forms.
The original Model 600 featured a base filled with lead shot pellets, encased in leather to provide adaptability. Sarfatti’s intent was to create a lamp that could mold to its environment—an idea that resonates with Bottega Veneta’s philosophy of understated luxury. Now, with Flos and Bottega Veneta’s partnership, the Model 600 has been updated to reflect both the heritage of the original and the modern craftsmanship of today.
In this reimagined version, Bottega Veneta’s iconic Intrecciato weave is integrated into the lamp’s leather base, adding a tactile elegance. Flos has also updated the lamp’s technology by incorporating LED lighting, marrying Sarfatti’s classic aesthetic with modern energy efficiency. This blend of artisanal detail and cutting-edge innovation makes the Model 600 a unique piece for any interior.
The new edition of the Model 600 comes in small and large sizes, offering versatile placement options. Its adjustable reflector enables it to emit either direct or indirect light, perfect for creating the right atmosphere in any setting. Available in multiple colors, including black, grey, red, emerald green, and Bottega Veneta’s signature green, the lamp has been designed to suit a wide variety of decor styles.
The partnership between Bottega Veneta and Flos is not just about reintroducing a classic design—it’s about honoring the past while embracing the future. The updated Model 600 lamp is an example of the power of collaboration, bringing together fashion and industrial design to create a piece that is both functional and artistic.
