Flos Table Lamp Gatto Table Lamp
Flos Table Lamp Gatto Table Lamp

Gatto Table Lamp

$1,020

Made by Flos

Designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1960, the Gatto belongs to a generation of objects that asked a simple question: what if the lamp itself were the light? The answer arrived in the form of a white powder-coated steel armature wrapped in cocoon resin, a material borrowed from industrial packaging and recast here as something quietly poetic.

The resin shell is neither glass nor fabric. It diffuses light from within, producing an even, warm luminosity without hotspots or harsh edges. A transparent outer coating gives the surface its characteristic texture, somewhere between organic and architectural.

  • Cocoon resin diffuser over white powder-coated steel structure
  • Even, warm light distribution with no visible hotspots
  • Integrated dimmer on the cable for precise light control
  • Sealed with a transparent protective coating

The Castiglioni brothers consistently found the poetic within the industrial. The Gatto is among their most enduring gestures, a lamp that holds its own as form, sculpture, and source of atmosphere in equal measure.

Size
Size: Gatto

Typically ships in 12-14 weeks.

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Product Details

Details
  • Material: Constructed with an internal steel frame coated with white powder, which is then sprayed with Flos's signature "cocoon" resin, creating a web-like diffuser that softens the light. The cocoon is finished with a transparent resin for durability.
  • Environment: Designed for indoor, dry locations.
  • Power: 60W, compatible with an E14 (Gatto Piccolo) or E27 (Gatto) base.
  • Voltage: 220-240V.
  • Cord Length: Approximately 1800 mm (70.9 inches).
  • Weight: Gatto Piccolo weighs around 0.8 kg, and the larger Gatto weighs approximately 1.7 kg.
  • Switching: Integrated electronic dimmer on the cable for adjusting light intensity.
  • Light Source Type: Compatible with LED or incandescent bulbs, commonly using a warm light of 2700K.
Measurements

H: 22.040001" Dia: 13.77" in

H: 55.99, Dia: 34.98 cm

Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What material is the Gatto lamp shade made from?

The Gatto's diffuser is formed by spraying cocoon resin directly onto a white powder-coated steel armature. The shell is then sealed with a transparent resin coating, which gives the surface its distinctive textured appearance and allows light to pass through evenly.

Who designed the Flos Gatto lamp and when?

The Gatto was designed by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1960. The Castiglionis were among the most influential Italian designers of the twentieth century, known for applying industrial logic to domestic objects with wit and formal precision.

Does the Gatto Table Lamp have a dimmer?

Yes. The Gatto includes an integrated dimmer switch built into the cable, allowing the light output to be adjusted without a separate wall control.

What type of light quality does the Gatto produce?

The cocoon resin shell diffuses light uniformly in all directions, producing a soft, ambient glow with no visible hotspots. The effect is warm and atmospheric rather than directional.

Is the Flos Gatto still in production?

Yes. Flos has kept the Gatto in continuous production since its introduction in 1960, maintaining the original cocoon resin construction. It is considered one of the defining icons of Italian postwar lighting design.

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.