Sonora 411 Suspension Lamp by Oluce

Sonora is a dome-shaped suspension lamp built from one pure geometric shape, designed in 1976 by Vico Magistretti for Oluce.

It comes in one finish: opaline blown glass.

The Design Story

Oluce, founded in Milan in 1945, calls Sonora the story of a pure geometrical shape that Magistretti pursued throughout his career, with simplification as his constant source of inspiration. The lamp has been in the Oluce catalog for decades and remains one of the most appreciated lamps by the public, and by Magistretti himself.

The Designer

Vico Magistretti (1920 to 2006) was born and died in Milan. He earned his architecture degree in 1945 and joined his father’s firm. During the war he met Gio Ponti and Ernesto N. Rogers, and after the war he worked on reconstruction projects. His architecture includes the Torre al Parco and the Faculty of Biology in Milan, and he also designed furniture and lamps for companies such as Cassina, Artemide, De Padova, Fritz Hansen and Kartell. For Oluce he designed the Atollo, Lyndon, Pascal and Sonora lamps. He taught as a visiting professor at the Royal College of Art in London.

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How It Was Made

Sonora 411 is made of metal and blown opaline glass with an opaque finish, shaped as a wide dome. It takes 2 E26 bulbs up to 100W each and gives direct and diffused light.

Downloads

• Technical sheet (PDF)
• Assembly instructions (PDF)

Why You’ll Love It

Sonora 411 is a soft glowing dome that gives a room a warm, even light. The opaline glass diffuses the bulbs inside into a gentle glow rather than a harsh point of light, and the simple dome shape suits almost any room.

Made for Real Life

The lamp takes 2 E26 bulbs up to 100W each. Bulbs are not included, so you can choose the warmth and brightness you like. It is not dimmable and mounts to the ceiling; the assembly instructions are linked in Downloads. Dust the glass with a soft dry cloth and avoid abrasive or solvent cleaners.

Product Details

Where It Shines

Hang it over a dining table, a kitchen island or in an entryway where its glowing dome can be the focal point. It suits modern, mid-century and Italian-design rooms.

Questions We Hear Most

How big is the Sonora 411?

It is 9.8 in (25 cm) tall and 19.7 in (50 cm) in diameter, on an adjustable 94.6 in (240 cm) drop.

What bulb does the Sonora 411 use?

It takes 2 E26 bulbs up to 100W each. Bulbs are not included.

Can I dim the Sonora 411?

No. The sheet lists it as not dimmable.

How is the Sonora 411 different from the Sonora 438?

Both are opaline glass suspension lamps from the same family. The 411 is the larger of the two; the 438 is a smaller, single-bulb version.

Who designed the Sonora suspension lamp?

Vico Magistretti designed Sonora for Oluce in 1976, pursuing a pure geometrical shape throughout his career.

Why We Love It

Sonora 411 is a quiet, glowing dome that has stayed in the Oluce catalog for decades. Its simple geometry works in almost any room that needs warm, even light from above.

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