Mid-Century Italian Toio Floor Lamp by Castiglioni Brothers for Flos, 1960s — Industrial Design Icon
A true icon of mid-century industrial design: the Toio floor lamp, designed in 1962 by the legendary Castiglioni Brothers for Flos, Italy.
This sculptural lamp is a celebration of form and function — assembled from repurposed industrial components and brought to life with a touch of Italian ingenuity. At its core is a 300-watt car headlight, imported from the United States in the early 1960s, offering a bold and unique indirect light source.
The painted green metal base houses the universal transformer, which not only stabilizes the lamp with its weight but also cleverly adapts the American 125V light source to the European 220V standard. This transformer remains visibly exposed — a deliberate aesthetic and functional choice.
The structure features:
• A black painted metal frame with an integrated handle
• An adjustable chrome-plated hexagonal steel rod (height ranges from 170 to 200 cm)
• Fishing loop-style cable guides, giving the piece a playful and technical appearance
• Two elegant blades for cable management
• A distinctive light holder frame composed of bent rods and a welded metal ring
A rare collector’s piece and a must-have for serious design lovers, architects, and decorators aiming to elevate a space with an authentic and thought-provoking statement piece
Details:
• Designer: Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
• Manufacturer: Flos, Italy
• Year: 1960s
• Material: Metal
• Color: Green, Black, Silver
• Dimensions: Width 21 cm x Depth 19 cm x Height adjustable from 170 to 200 cm
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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