Description
Description
The Grasshopper floor lamp is an iconic piece of work by Greta Grossman in the 40s and 50s. First produced in 1947 and reissued by Gubi in 2011, the Gashoppa floor lamp is made from steel and fitted with a steerable conical diffuser. According to Greta Grossman, modern design is « something that believes and takes root in the needs of contemporary life, an imposed style ». This design classic published by Gubi is distinguished by its backward sloping base and the shape of its shade, both inspired by the silhouette of the grasshopper. An iconic object from the mid-20th century, the Grasshopper floor lamp Gubi, is a must-have for design enthusiasts, who snatch it up at auction around the world for top dollar.The silhouette of the Gubi Grasshoper Lamp, is unique and instantly recognisable, with its tripod and backward sloping stem ending in an articulated head. The luminaire’s tripod base and 360° adjustable conical shade are a distinctive combination that goes hand in hand with the name of the suspension luminaire. The simple, clean lines of the Grashoppa floor lamp are ultra-graphic. Its tubular steel tripod is tilted backwards, while the conical aluminium shade is connected to the structure by a rotating joint that allows the light to be directed with maximum precision. This floor lamp, designed by Greta Grossman, diffuses a soft, warm light.Available in several colours, Grasshopper is a lightweight reading light that’s practical at the end of a sofa or in a bedroom. The Gubi Grasshoper floor lamp captivates with its sleek style. Elegant and original thanks to its conical shape, the Grashoppa floor lamp can be used in an office, a bedroom, or even a living room.This floor lamp has a unique and inimitable look, a symbol of European modernism.
