Adjustable floor lamp; METALARTE, ca. 1970.

Adjustable floor lamp; METALARTE, ca. 1970.
Lacquered and chrome-plated iron with a pleated fabric shade.
In good overall condition, with signs of use and wear.
Measurements: 105/160 x 55 cm.
Produced by Metalarte around 1970, this adjustable floor lamp reflects the balance between functionality and form that defined Spanish design in the second half of the 20th century. The combination of lacquered and chrome-plated iron with an elegant pleated fabric shade creates an interesting hallmark of contrast between the technical precision of the structure and the warmth of the light, while its adjustable mechanism responds to the growing emphasis on ergonomics and versatility in the home.
Founded in Barcelona in 1932, Metalarte played a key role in the modernization of lighting design in Spain. Starting in the 1960s and 1970s, the company collaborated with some of the most prominent designers on the national and international scene, establishing itself as a pioneering firm in the production of lighting fixtures that combined technical innovation, high-quality craftsmanship, and a contemporary aesthetic. Today, its pieces are benchmarks of Spanish industrial design and are part of major public and private collections.