Astep SB Cinquantotto Pendant Light by Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia
Astep SB Cinquantotto Pendant Light by Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia
$980.00
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Astep SB Cinquantotto is Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia's pendant light, first issued in 1958 and re-edited by Astep in 2019.
The Design Story
Carlo Santi and Vittorio Borachia designed the SB Cinquantotto in 1958. Astep reintroduced it in 2019 in hand-blown opal glass; this is the smaller 7.9-inch size.
Why You'll Love It
A small, perfectly proportioned glass bell that glows evenly. Hang one over a bedside, or several in a line over a counter.
Made for Real Life
Wired at 120 V AC for North American homes. 1 × E14 socket, 40 W max; bulb not included.
Product Details
| Maker | Astep |
|---|---|
| Product | SB Cinquantotto |
| Designed by | Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia, 1958 (Astep re-edition 2019) |
| What it is | Pendant Light |
| Finish | White |
| Size | Ø 20 cm (7.9 in) × 26 cm (10.2 in) H; cable 2000 mm (78.7 in) |
| Weight | 1.45 kg (3.2 lb) |
| Made from | Hand-blown opal glass, steel fittings |
| Bulbs | 1 × E14 socket, 40 W max; bulb not included |
| Voltage | 120 V AC |
| Where to use it | IP20 · indoor, dry locations |
| Maker item no. | ST-T10-S31-S0BW |
Where It Shines
Made for dining tables, kitchen islands and entryways.
Questions We Hear Most
What makes the SB Cinquantotto special?
It is an original Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia design, first issued in 1958 and re-edited by Astep in 2019. Hang one over a bedside, or several in a line over a counter.
Will the SB Cinquantotto run on US power?
Yes. We sell the 120V AC version of the SB Cinquantotto for North American homes. Light source: 1 × E14 socket, 40 W max; bulb not included.
How much space does the SB Cinquantotto take up?
Plan for Ø 7.9 in × 10.2 in H; cable 78.7 in (2000 mm). It weighs 3.2 lb (1.45 kg).
Who makes the SB Cinquantotto we sell?
Astep, the Italian lighting company founded by Alessandro Sarfatti, makes the SB Cinquantotto, designed by Carlo Santi & Vittorio Borachia. We source it through Astep's US distribution.
How soon will my SB Cinquantotto leave the warehouse?
In-stock items typically leave within 2–3 business days.
Why We Love It
It is the real thing: the genuine Astep edition, true to the craft and proportions that copies miss.
For the Trade
Specifying lighting for a client’s home, a boutique hotel or a restaurant? Members of the LoftModern Trade Program (interior designers, architects, contractors, builders, home stagers and commercial buyers) receive trade pricing, up to 20% off retail on eligible brands, plus round-the-clock concierge support for stock checks and lead times. Apply once with your business details; we reply by email with your account.
Shipping Info
| Processing Time | In-stock items typically leave within 2–3 business days. |
|---|---|
| Ships From | United States |
| Delivery Cost | Free ground shipping within the 48 contiguous states on orders over $100 |
| Returns | Final sale. Arrived damaged, defective or wrong? Tell us within 2 days of delivery and we’ll replace, repair or refund it. |
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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