Artek - Stehleuchte A808

The A808 floor lamp, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1955–56 for the National Pensions Institute in Helsinki, stands out with its hand‑turned shade and refined material contrast between leather and brass.

Key Features

• Base & stand: Steel, covered with black leather, hand‑sewn
• Tube: Polished brass
• Shade: Hand‑turned metal strips, polished brass
• Light source: E27 max. 100 W (not included)

Dimensions

Height: 163 cm
Diameter: 40 cm

Materials & Sustainability

The A808 combines a leather-wrapped steel stand with a polished brass neck and a hand‑turned shade, creating an elegant yet functional luminaire. The shade’s concentric metal strips diffuse light evenly, reducing glare—an expression of Artek’s timeless craftsmanship and quality. 

This is a used product and shows usual signs of use.

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