Tolomeo Floor Lamp by Artemide
Tolomeo Floor Lamp by Artemide
$790.00
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Tolomeo Floor Lamp is an award-winning piece of Italian lighting design, by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina.
◆ Design Icon🏆 Award Winner🇮🇹 Made in ItalyDesigned by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina★ Compasso d'Oro ADI 1989🎬 Seen in Skyfall (2012)✓ cULus listedDimmable⚡ Quick Ship options5-year Artemide warranty
Configured here with a aluminum finish, 2 color temperatures and up to 593 lumens. Artemide describes it this way: “Icon of Italian design and the result of the brainchild of designers Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, the Tolomeo lamp was launched on the market in 1987. It embodies the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.”
Specs & Downloads
Spec sheet · Install guide · Parts drawing · Brochure · IES file · 2D CAD · 3D model
The Design Story
The design of the Tolomeo is characterized by clean and minimalist lines, with a structure made of aluminum. This material gives the lamp not only a modern and sophisticated look but also remarkable lightness and robustness. One of the distinctive elements of the Tolomeo is its articulated arm system. Thanks to an innovative spring mechanism, the lamp can be easily adjusted in height and tilt, ensuring great flexibility of use.
— Artemide
Meet the Designers
Michele De Lucchi (born 1951 in Ferrara) is an Italian architect and designer and was a member of the Memphis group in the 1980s. With Giancarlo Fassina he designed the Tolomeo in 1987, which won the Compasso d'Oro in 1989 and grew into a whole family, from Micro to Mega.
Giancarlo Fassina is an Italian designer and a longtime Artemide collaborator. His technical precision was key to the Tolomeo, which he co-designed with Michele De Lucchi in 1987.
Famous on Screen
Look closely at M's desk in the James Bond film Skyfall (2012): that is a Tolomeo Basculante table lamp. Few lamps say "serious work happens here" quite like a Tolomeo.
Why You'll Love It
- Recognized with Compasso d'Oro ADI 1989.
- Tunable white lets you shift from warm evening light to crisp daytime white.
- A motion-sensor version switches itself off when you walk away.
- High color rendering (90+ CRI) keeps paper, wood and skin tones true.
- Fully adjustable, articulated arm structure.
Made for Real Life
Perfect for reading chairs, sofas and living rooms; studios that need light without a ceiling fixture. Good to know: the bulb versions need E12 bulbs, which are not included, it is made for dry indoor rooms and special-order options come from Italy in 10–16 weeks.
Product Details
| Brand | Artemide |
|---|---|
| Collection | Tolomeo |
| Designer | Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina |
| Designed In | 1987 |
| Category | Floor Lamp |
| Base & Mount Options | Floor Support |
| Lamping | Bulb, E12 · 60W max, LED 10W · 3000K, LED 8W · 3000K, Bulb, E26 · 100W max or LED 12W · Tunable White |
| Lumens | 297–593 lumens depending on version |
| CCT | 3000K or Tunable White |
| CRI | >90 or >80 |
| Controls | On/Off (On Cord), Dimmable (On Head), Dimmable (On Cord), On/Off (On Head) or Dimmable (On Head) / Motion Sensor |
| Voltage | 120V or 120-240V |
| Power | Plug-In |
| Finish Options | Aluminum |
| Built From | Arms and diffuser in aluminum; Joints and tension control knobs in polished die-cast aluminum; Tension cables in stainless steel; Floor support base in weighted steel with stamped aluminum cover; Stem in steel |
| Size | Length 30.7" (780 mm), Height 25.4" (645 mm), Base Diameter 9.06" (230 mm), Max Extension Height 50.8" (1290 mm), Max Extension Length 48" (1220 mm) |
| Product Weight | 11.62–17.69 lb depending on version |
| Certification | cULus |
| IP Rating | IP20 (dry indoor locations) |
| LED Life | 50000 hours |
| Bulb Included | No |
| Recognition | Compasso d'Oro ADI 1989 |
| Seen On Screen | Skyfall (2012): a Tolomeo Basculante table lamp sits on M's desk at MI6 |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty from Artemide (upon product registration) |
| Made In | Italy |
| Lead Time | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days; 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 | 9 options (listed at the end of this page) |
Questions We Hear Most
What kind of light does the Tolomeo give?
3000K is a soft warm white; tunable white lets you move from warm to cool; output is between 297–593 lumens depending on version per Artemide.
When will my Tolomeo ship?
Quick Ship options ship in 3–5 business days; 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.
Is the Tolomeo the lamp on M's desk in Skyfall?
Yes: M's desk at MI6 in Skyfall (2012) has a Tolomeo Basculante table lamp.
How do I dim or switch the Tolomeo?
On/off (on cord), dimmable (on head), dimmable (on cord), on/off (on head) or dimmable (on head) / motion sensor, according to Artemide. The motion-sensor version switches itself off when nobody is around.
How much space does the Tolomeo need?
Plan for Length 30.7" (780 mm), Height 25.4" (645 mm), Base Diameter 9.06" (230 mm), Max Extension Height 50.8" (1290 mm), Max Extension Length 48" (1220 mm) (Artemide's figures). The line drawing in the gallery shows every measurement.
Why is the Tolomeo considered a design classic?
It has been recognized with Compasso d'Oro ADI (1989), per Artemide, and was designed by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina.
Why We Love It
LoftModern is an authorized Artemide retailer. Artemide lights are built to be lived with for decades, and the Tolomeo is a perfect example: thoughtful engineering, honest materials and a shape you will not tire of.
Shipping Info
| Lead Time | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days; 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TOL0100 | Classic / Bulb, E26 · 100W max | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0102 | Classic / LED 10W · 3000K | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0104 | Classic / LED 10W · 3000K · Motion Sensor | Special order from Italy: 10–16 weeks |
| TOL0103 | Classic / LED 12W · Tunable White | Standard delivery: 2–4 weeks |
| TOL0125 | Micro / Bulb, E12 · 60W max | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0126 | Micro / LED 8W · 3000K | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0115 | Mini / Bulb, E26 · 100W max | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0117 | Mini / LED 10W · 3000K | Quick Ship: 3–5 business days |
| TOL0119 | Mini / LED 10W · 3000K · Motion Sensor | Special order from Italy: 10–16 weeks |
Our Designer's Pick
✔ Designer's Pick◆ Design Icon🏆 Award Winner🇮🇹 Made in ItalyDesigned by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina★ Compasso d'Oro ADI 1989🎬 Seen in Skyfall (2012)✓ cULus listedDimmable⚡ Quick Ship options5-year Artemide warranty
The Tolomeo is the lamp we recommend most often. It is endlessly adjustable, quietly beautiful in plain aluminum, and there is a version for almost every corner of a home.
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: LED 8W · 3000K, for built-in LED, no bulbs needed and a warm-but-clear 3000K glow. That version ships from Artemide in 3–5 business days.
— 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.
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