Philippe Starck, for Flos

PHILIPPE STARCK (Paris, 1949) for Flos.
“Bedside Gun” table lamp, designed in 2005. “Guns” collection.
Cast aluminum with 18-karat gold plating and a black laminated paper shade.
Includes warranty.
Original manufacturer’s label on the base.
In good condition.
Measurements: 42.6 x 23.6 x 23.6 cm.

One of Philippe Starck’s most provocative creations for Flos, the “Bedside Gun” lamp is part of the “Guns” collection, conceived in 2005 as a critical reflection on violence, war, and their relationship to economic power. The designer transforms the silhouette of a Beretta pistol into a domestic lighting fixture, creating a deliberate contrast between its everyday function and the symbolic weight of the weapon.

The metal structure, finished in 18-karat gold, rests on a circular base and is paired with a black conical shade with a gold interior. The contrast between the two finishes reinforces the design’s sculptural character and its conceptual message. One example of this model has been part of the design collection at the Centre Pompidou in Paris since 2007.

Philippe Starck is one of the most influential figures in international contemporary design. His career spans furniture, lighting, architecture, and everyday objects, with notable collaborations with firms such as Flos, Kartell, and Alessi. Among his most renowned projects are the interior design of the private apartments at the Élysée Palace and the design of Café Costes in Paris. His work is represented in institutions such as MoMA in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris.