To mark the anniversary of the Original 1227 design, Anglepoise will unveil a new limited numbered edition of 400 pieces of the lamp, with a unique hand polished metal finish, hand-spun aluminium and contrasting brass components, complete with a burgundy twisted cord cable. The machined brass fork block will carry individually etched number on the back. There will also be a specially designed 90th Celebratory logo etched into one of the steps of the base. During Milan Design Week this new edition will be on display along with artefacts from the Anglepoise archive, illustrating the brand’s storied history.
Visually unchanged since its introduction in the 1930s, the Original 1227 lamp, designed by George Carwardine, remains a signature product – instantly recognisable as an Anglepoise. Since its creation, the lamp quickly gained iconic status; becoming admired world over and setting the standard by which other task lights are measured. An Anglepoise’s practical, problem-solving design, balletic engineering and ability to place light exactly where you want it, has made it an unparalleled companion to creative endeavors; over the years illuminating the studios of Pablo Picasso, Barbara Hepworth and Roald Dahl amongst many others.
“The lamp’s lasting appeal lies in the fact that it solves a genuine problem and has no frivolous parts. Its anthropomorphic form gives it a certain charm, too. It moves like a human being; it is that quirkiness, along with technical perfection, that makes the lamp inherently British.” ~ Simon Terry, Custodian and fifth generation owner of Anglepoise.
