Taccia Table Lamp
Made by Flos
Designed by Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and Achille Castiglioni
Designed in 1962 by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the Taccia stands as one of the defining objects of twentieth-century Italian design. Its form reads as deceptively simple: a broad, mouth-blown glass diffuser set atop a concave aluminum reflector, anchored to an extruded aluminum body on a nickel-plated base.
The relationship between glass and metal is the lamp's quiet proposition. Light enters the diffuser and is caught by the matte interior of the reflector, which redirects it upward and outward as a soft, enveloping glow. The effect is indirect without being dim, generous without being diffuse. An integrated dimmer allows precise control of atmosphere.
The Castiglioni brothers approached every object as a problem of logic and poetry in equal measure. The Taccia is proof that those forces are not opposites. More than six decades after its introduction, it remains in continuous production by Flos, unchanged in its essential gesture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of light does the Taccia Table Lamp produce?
The Taccia produces indirect, diffused light by directing the source into a concave aluminum reflector, which redirects illumination upward and outward. The result is a soft, even glow suited to ambient lighting rather than task use. An integrated dimmer allows further control of intensity.
What materials is the Flos Taccia made from?
The Taccia combines a mouth-blown glass diffuser with a concave aluminum reflector and an extruded aluminum body. The base is nickel-plated, contributing to the lamp's precise, considered materiality. All components remain faithful to the Castiglioni brothers' original 1962 specification.
Who designed the Flos Taccia and when?
The Taccia was designed in 1962 by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, two of the most influential figures in postwar Italian design. Their practice treated everyday objects as opportunities for rigorous formal and functional inquiry, and the Taccia is widely regarded as one of their landmark achievements.
Is the Flos Taccia still in production?
Yes. Flos has kept the Taccia in continuous production since its 1962 debut, with no changes to its essential form or construction. Its longevity in the Flos catalog reflects both the integrity of the original design and the lamp's enduring relevance in contemporary interiors.
What size and scale should I expect from the Taccia?
The Taccia is a substantial table lamp, with its wide glass diffuser commanding visual presence on a console, credenza, or side table. Its scale is intentional: the broad diffuser maximizes the reflector's light-spreading capacity, making it appropriate for larger surfaces and open living spaces.
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