Discovery Floor Lamp by Artemide
Discovery Floor Lamp by Artemide
$3,655.00
$2,924.00
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Discovery Floor Lamp is an award-winning piece of Italian lighting design, by Ernesto Gismondi.
🏆 Award Winner🇮🇹 Made in ItalyDesigned by Ernesto Gismondi★ Compasso d'Oro ADI 2018✓ ETL listedDimmable5-year Artemide warranty
Configured here with a black finish, 2 color temperatures and up to 3806 lumens.
Specs & Downloads
Spec sheet · Install guide · IES file · 3D model
The Design Story
“To find out how to produce such a thin and light ring we turned to bicycle manufacturers, and the result was this very light luminous profile and an almost invisible lamp.” – Ernesto Gismondi Discovery is a family of appliances based on minimal geometry. A very light aluminum ring houses an LED strip that injects light into a specially worked surface of transparent PMMA.
Meet the Designer
Ernesto Gismondi (1931–2020), an aeronautical engineer by training, founded Artemide in 1960 with Sergio Mazza and led it for six decades, turning it into one of the world's leading lighting companies. He also designed many Artemide lamps himself, and in 2018 he received a Compasso d'Oro career award.
Why You'll Love It
- Recognized with iF Product Design Award 2017, Red Dot Design Award 2017 and Compasso d'Oro ADI 2018.
- Tunable white lets you shift from warm evening light to crisp daytime white.
- Rim hosts a LED strip injecting light into a clear surface.
- Diffuser is transparent when off, filled with light when on.
- Aluminum frame. -Transparent PMMA diffuser.
Made for Real Life
Perfect for reading chairs, sofas and living rooms; studios that need light without a ceiling fixture. Good to know: it is made for dry indoor rooms and special-order options come from Italy in 10–16 weeks.
Product Details
| Brand | Artemide |
|---|---|
| Collection | Discovery |
| Designer | Ernesto Gismondi |
| Category | Floor Lamp |
| Lamping | LED 56W · Tunable White or LED 56W · RGB |
| Lumens | 2853–3806 lumens depending on version |
| CCT | Tunable White or RGB |
| CRI | >80 |
| Controls | Dimmable (On Cord) |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Finish Options | Black |
| Built From | Rounded rim in ultra-light aluminum; Diffuser in clear PMMA |
| Size | Length 15.7" (400 mm), Height 61.8" (1570 mm) |
| Product Weight | 12.13 lb |
| Certification | ETL |
| IP Rating | IP20 (dry indoor locations) |
| LED Life | 60000 hours |
| Recognition | iF Product Design Award 2017; Red Dot Design Award 2017; Compasso d'Oro ADI 2018 |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty from Artemide (upon product registration) |
| Made In | Italy |
| Lead Time | Standard delivery: 2–4 weeks; Special order from Italy: 10–16 weeks depending on option (each item number is listed at the end) |
| Part Numbers | 2 options (listed at the end of this page) |
Questions We Hear Most
What kind of light does the Discovery give?
tunable white lets you move from warm to cool; output is between 2853–3806 lumens depending on version per Artemide.
When will my Discovery ship?
Standard delivery options ship in 2–4 weeks; Special order from Italy options ship in 10–16 weeks from Artemide's warehouse (see the part number table at the bottom). We email your confirmed ship date after you order. A gentle note on special orders: they are made in Italy just for you, so they can't be changed or cancelled once ordered. Message us anytime to confirm your choices first.
How do I dim or switch the Discovery?
Dimmable (on cord), according to Artemide.
How much space does the Discovery need?
Plan for Length 15.7" (400 mm), Height 61.8" (1570 mm) (Artemide's figures). The line drawing in the gallery shows every measurement.
Why is the Discovery considered a design classic?
It has been recognized with iF Product Design Award (2017), Red Dot Design Award (2017) and Compasso d'Oro ADI (2018), per Artemide, and was designed by Ernesto Gismondi.
Is the Discovery made for outdoor or bathroom use?
It is meant for dry indoor rooms only (IP20), so keep it away from showers and porches.
Why We Love It
LoftModern is an authorized Artemide retailer. Artemide lights are built to be lived with for decades, and the Discovery is a perfect example: thoughtful engineering, honest materials and a shape you will not tire of.
Shipping Info
| Lead Time | Standard delivery: 2–4 weeks; Special order from Italy: 10–16 weeks, depending on option (see the part numbers below); confirmed by email after you order. |
|---|---|
| Ships From | United States |
| Special Orders | Because special-order pieces are made in Italy just for you, they can't be changed or cancelled once we place the order with Artemide. We're always happy to double-check the finish and options with you before you buy. |
| Shipping | Free shipping on orders over $100 |
Part Numbers
| Part # | Option | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|
| 2041038APP | RGB | Standard delivery: 2–4 weeks |
| 2040038APP | Tunable White | Special order from Italy: 10–16 weeks |
Our Designer's Pick
✔ Designer's Pick🏆 Award Winner🇮🇹 Made in ItalyDesigned by Ernesto Gismondi★ Compasso d'Oro ADI 2018✓ ETL listedDimmable5-year Artemide warranty
We keep coming back to the Discovery Floor Lamp for light you can shift from warm to crisp and easy dimming. Designed by Ernesto Gismondi, and a Compasso d'Oro ADI winner.
Perfect for reading chairs, sofas and living rooms; studios that need light without a ceiling fixture.
Maybe not for bathrooms, showers, covered porches or outdoor spaces: it is rated IP20 for dry indoor locations.
Our pick: any version that suits your space; the fastest ship from Artemide in 2–4 weeks.
— The LoftModern design team
Shipping & Returns
Free Shipping within the U.S. for orders over $100.
Because many of our pieces are made to order or specially sourced, most items are considered final sale.
What are the items you could return?
1. Items received damaged or broken
2. Incorrect items that were shipped
3. Defective items
A replacement will be shipped right away.
Looking to save more? Ask us for a discount—we're happy to work with your budget.
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Phone: (866) 817-1878
Email: info@loftmodern.com
Address: LoftModern, a division of Modern Design Center, Inc., 337 N Vineyard Ave, Ontario, CA 91764, USA
We reply to messages within one business day. For damaged or incorrect items, please see our Return and refund policy. Interior designers and trade professionals can apply for a trade account.
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