Joe Colombo -O-Luce

White adjustable floor lamp Model 626 by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1970s

Documentation

Ample Provenance

Origin

Italy

Period

1950-1979

Materials

Metal (partly chromium plated), aluminium reflector

Dimensions

W.	6.3 in;	H.	82.68 in;	D.	10.63 in;	H.2.	79.92 in;
W.	16 cm;	H.	210 cm;	D.	27 cm;	H.2.	203 cm;

Condition

Excellent.

Creation Date

1970

Number of Pieces

2-3

Description

In 1970 Joe Colombo designed Model 626, a floor lamp immediately nicknamed ‘Alogena’ or ‘Colombo’.

O-Luce is the producer of Model 626. The reflector of the lamp can be adjusted from low to high levels along the tall stand. We have two of these lamps available. They differ slightly in height, 210 cm vs 203 cm. The heavy base of the lamp (about 10 kilos) ensures balance.

The dimmer is integrated in the lamp head, however as from the beginning the manufacturer had issues with it. That is why this lamp comes with a separate floor switch with a dimmer included.

The lamp can be disassembled, making it relatively easy to transport. The mounting instructions by O-Luce will be included.

Styles / Movements

Mid Century, Modern

Book References

According to Marco Romanelli, author of the book ‘Joe Colombo: Lighting Design + Interior Design’, Model 626 “was the first domestic light with a halogen light bulb and its design came in response to the invention of the new light source.”

Dealer Reference Number

1817144

Incollect Reference Number

256857