Maija 30 Floor Lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Santa & Cole
Maija 30 Floor Lamp by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Santa & Cole
$3,090.00
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Maija 30 is a low floor lamp built from a column of stacked white metal discs on slender brass feet. Light escapes between the discs from an inner diffuser, so the lamp glows from inside out.
The Design Story
Ilmari Tapiovaara presented Maija in 1955, at a time when Alvar Aalto dominated cultural life in Helsinki and Tapiovaara stood out as one of Finland's first designers who was not an architect. Best known for chairs and furniture, he drew only this one household lamp. He believed nature was the best manual for a designer, in purpose as much as in shape, color and proportion. Maija recalls Baltic cities at night, where streets are dim and light comes from the windows of homes and shops. Santa & Cole produces it today as part of its Design Classics collection.
About the Designer
Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914–1999) drew the Maija family in 1955: stacked shades around a diffuser that Santa & Cole now makes as pendants, table and floor lamps.
Why You'll Love It
- Tapiovaara's only household lamp, from 1955
- Honeycomb of stacked metal discs that filters light
- Matte brass feet against matte white metal
- Built-in 24 W LED with dimmer included
- No bulbs to buy or change
Made for Real Life
The discs hide the light source, so the lamp gives a warm, glare-free glow at any dimmer setting. Matte surfaces resist fingerprints, and the brass feet age gracefully. Dust the discs with a soft brush or a can of air, and wipe the brass feet with a dry cloth. Avoid polishes on the matte finishes.
Product Details
| Brand origin | Santa & Cole, Barcelona, Spain 🇪🇸 |
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| Designer | Ilmari Tapiovaara |
| Year | 1955 |
| Lampshade | Metal, matte white finish |
| Diffuser | White translucent methacrylate |
| Feet | Brass with matte finish |
| Light source | Built-in LED 24 W, dimmable, included |
| Dimmer | Included |
| Cable | 2 m (78.7 in) |
| Shade | Ø30 x 55 cm (11.8 x 21.7 in) |
| Overall height | 67 cm (26.4 in) |
| Base | Ø36 cm (14.2 in) |
| Weight | 5.1 kg (11.2 lb) |
| Location | Indoor use only |
| Luminous flux | 820 lumens |
| Color temperature | 2,700 K (warm white) |
| CRI | 90 |
| LED lifetime | 40,000 hours |
| Santa & Cole item no. | MAISA01UL |
Where It Shines
Place it on the floor beside a low sofa, at the end of a bed or in an empty corner that needs a soft glow. It belongs with Nordic modern furniture, light woods and wool textiles.
Who This Is Not For
At 67 cm (26.4 in) tall it is an accent light, not a reading lamp to stand behind an armchair. It is for indoor use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ilmari Tapiovaara?
A Finnish designer known mainly for chairs and furniture; Maija is the only household lamp he designed.
What inspired Maija?
The light of Baltic cities at night, glowing out from the windows of houses and shops.
What are the feet made of?
Brass with a matte finish.
Does it need a bulb?
No. It has a built-in dimmable 24 W LED.
Is Maija available in other formats?
The Maija family also includes table and pendant versions; this is the 30 floor model.
How much light does the Maija 30 Floor Lamp give?
About 820 lumens, in 2,700 K (warm white), with CRI 90.
How long until it ships?
It is made to order in Spain with a production lead time of 6–8 weeks, then shipped directly to you.
Shipping
| Processing Time | Made to order. Production lead time 6–8 weeks. |
|---|---|
| Ships From | Ships directly from the factory in Spain 🇪🇸. |
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