Bourgie Table Lamp
Ferruccio Laviani, Kartell
Ferruccio Laviani designed the Bourgie for Kartell in 2004, uniting, in the company's words, 'classicism, wealth and tradition with technological innovation.' A baroque-style base of three interlocking decorated elements carries a large pleated polycarbonate shade; a special hanging system gives three heights, 68, 73 and 78 centimetres.
| Designer | Ferruccio Laviani (2004) |
|---|---|
| Maker | Kartell, Italy |
| Materials | Transparent polycarbonate |
| Dimensions | Three heights: 68, 73 and 78 cm |
| Finishes | Crystal and a range of transparent and matte colourways |
| Price | USD 695 (crystal) at the official Kartell store |
| Availability | In production; available through Kartell and authorized dealers |
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Why Estate & Design selected it
The Bourgie is the lamp for the room that takes itself slightly less than seriously. In transparent polycarbonate it is a baroque candelabra rendered in plastic, and it brings wit to a bedside table, a console or a study desk. Twenty years on it remains one of Kartell's defining pieces.
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