Flos Pendant Lamp 2097/30 UL
Flos Pendant Lamp 2097/30 UL

2097/30 UL

$3,780

Made by Flos

Gino Sarfatti conceived the 2097 in 1958 as a direct refusal of the chandelier's decorative tradition. Where convention demanded crystal and concealment, he offered steel arms and exposed bulbs, making the fixture's architecture fully visible. Nothing is hidden here.

The 2097/30 suspends thirty slender arms from a central steel body, each terminating in a bare bulb. Wiring runs openly along the arms, a deliberate choice that treats electrical necessity as compositional detail rather than something to be disguised. At a distance, the fixture reads as a luminous cloud. Closer, it becomes a precise, almost diagrammatic object.

  • 30-arm steel structure with exposed wiring
  • Compatible with clear or frosted incandescent and LED bulbs
  • Available in chrome, brass, matte white, and matte black

Sarfatti, founder of Arteluce and one of the most rigorous lighting designers of the twentieth century, believed that a lamp's function and its form should be one. The 2097 remains among the most eloquent expressions of that belief.

Color
Color: Chrome

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Product Details

Details

 

  • Material: This chandelier features a central steel structure with 30 brass or steel arms, available in finishes such as polished chrome, brass, matte black, and matte white.
  • Environment: Designed for indoor use in dry spaces.
  • Power: Uses 30 x 15W incandescent or LED E14 bulbs, providing indirect yet ample ambient lighting.
  • Voltage: Rated for 120V.
  • Cord Length: 2800 mm (110 inches) for flexible suspension height.
  • Weight: Approximately 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs).
  • Light Source Type: E14 socket bulbs, often used with clear or frosted bulbs for a sleek modern look.
  • Dimmable: Compatible with remote dimming (dimmer not included)
Measurements

 

H: 28.3" Dia: 34.6" in

 

H: 71.89, Dia: 87.89 cm

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Flos. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history behind the Flos 2097 chandelier?

Gino Sarfatti designed the 2097 in 1958 for Arteluce, his Milan-based lighting company, as a deliberate counterpoint to the ornamental chandelier. The design exposed all structural and electrical elements as a philosophical position, treating the lamp as an honest industrial object. Flos later acquired the Arteluce archive and continues to produce the 2097 as part of its heritage collection.

What bulb types are compatible with the 2097/30?

The 2097/30 is compatible with both clear and frosted incandescent bulbs as well as LED alternatives of equivalent base type. Because the bulbs are fully exposed, the choice of bulb directly affects the lamp's visual character, with clear bulbs producing a more graphic filament effect and frosted bulbs a softer, diffused glow.

How large is the 2097/30, and what ceiling height does it require?

The 2097/30 has a substantial spread suited to generous ceiling heights, typically recommended for spaces of at least ten to twelve feet to allow the fixture to read as intended without crowding the room. Exact dimensions and suspension cord length should be confirmed for each installation, as the drop can generally be adjusted.

Who was Gino Sarfatti and why is he significant?

Gino Sarfatti (1912-1984) was the founder of Arteluce and one of the defining figures in twentieth-century Italian lighting design. He approached each fixture as a technical and formal problem, producing over 600 designs across his career. His work is held in the permanent collections of major design museums, and his influence on the discipline of lighting as an autonomous design practice remains considerable.

Is the Flos 2097/30 UL listed for use in the United States?

Yes, the UL designation in the product name indicates that this version of the 2097/30 has been certified by Underwriters Laboratories and meets the electrical safety standards required for residential and commercial installation in the United States and Canada.

Brand

Flos
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Flos

Founded in 1962 in Merano, Italy, by Dino Gavina and Cesare Cassina, Flos specializes in pioneering lighting that merges artistic experimentation, industrial innovation and the visionary spirit of Italian design.