Sarfatti - Flos

Sarfatti - Flos

Instead of attaching the light sources to concealed arms and surrounding them with crystal prisms, Sarfatti chose to expose the cords, mountings, and light sources. This contributes to the feeling of a graphical sketch or a diagram in the air, rather than a heavy fitting. The idea was that the construction itself should be an integrated part of the design. This created an effect where the fitting's head became a metallic sphere from which the light "explodes" in a controlled, modern form. By highlighting the otherwise hidden elements, Sarfatti created a sense of visual honesty and weightlessness. The approach resulted in a lighting series that broke with the ornamental and instead established an open and sculptural form.

Sarfatti chandelieris available in several versions to suit different room volumes and needs for light intensity, including with 30 arms, 50 arms, or in a smaller version with 18 arms. Each version maintains the design's clean lines and sculptural expression.

The chandelier is offered in several finishes: polished brass, chrome-plated steel, and a matte black steel variant that was introduced in 2018. The metal's finish affects the light's dispersion and how the surroundings are reflected in the surface. The polished surface tends to amplify the room's light flow through reflection, while the matte black steel provides a more graphic and defined form with higher contrast against the ceiling and walls. Regardless of the version, 2097 is characterized by a form that is both rational and visual.

Placement and the architectural role

The choice of size is crucial for how the Sarfatti lamp interacts with the room. The fitting is available in different dimensions, adapted for diverse room volumes. The larger variant is suitable for generous areas and rooms with high ceilings, where its volume and vertical dimensions can interact with the architecture. It provides an open and even light suitable for illuminating a large dining table or as a centerpiece in a social setting. The visual effect of a point of light breaking against horizontal furniture creates a dynamic in the interior.

Its proportions are designed to maintain balance in the room without appearing overpowering despite its size. To complement this expression, other lighting objects, such as table lamps focusing on metal and geometric form, can be chosen in the same environment. At Nordiska Galleriet, you can explore a wide selection of ceiling lamps that share Sarfatti's focus on technical precision and visual clarity.

Gino Sarfatti and Flos

Gino Sarfatti (1912–1985) was an Italian architect and lighting technician who experimented with various lighting fittings throughout his career. His work was characterized by a search for functional clarity and a respect for the light source's specific properties.

The Italian brand Flos offers many of his most influential models, including Sarfatti 2097. Flos was founded in 1962 with the ambition to produce new and experimental lighting solutions. Through collaborations with leading designers, Flos has cemented its position as a driving force in international lighting design and a guarantee that Sarfatti's works continue to be produced with high precision and authenticity.