Desk lamps

The desk lamp is the work tool that most affects visual comfort and the quality of daily work. A good desk lamp directs light precisely onto the work surface, reduces eye strain and adapts to the posture and needs of the user. The catalogue features over 200 models with adjustable and orientable arms from Italian and international design brands.

The absolute reference in the category is the Artemide Tolomeo, designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1987: an aluminium structure with a counterbalanced adjustable arm and orientable shade, available in table, micro, mega and Basculante versions with a parchment or satin diffuser. Within the same Artemide family are the Tizio LED — fully orientable and dimmable — and the Sintesi by Ernesto Gismondi, a 1975 iconic lamp that is both essential and adjustable. For professional technical performance, the Artemide Talak Professional offers a dimmable LED source and orientable head for intensive work environments.

Flos contributes the Kelvin LED by Antonio Citterio — dimmable with CRI 95 and a 2700K colour temperature — available in both table and floor versions. Luceplan offers the Berenice, a reflection system with a die-cast aluminium body. Lumina completes the range with technical desk lamps for contract and home office use. The predominant materials are aluminium, steel, metal and brass, with dimmable and smart-compatible solutions.

Frequently asked questions about desk lamps

What is the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?

A table lamp is designed primarily for decorative atmosphere; ideal on bedside tables and consoles. A desk lamp has an adjustable or articulated arm that allows light to be directed precisely onto the work surface, reducing eye strain. In the catalogue, models such as the Artemide Tolomeo and the Tizio LED are fully orientable and available in dimmable versions.

Is the Artemide Tolomeo available as a desk lamp?

Yes; the Tolomeo is available in table (Tolomeo Tavolo), micro (Tolomeo Micro) and mega (Tolomeo Mega) versions, as well as the Basculante versions with a parchment or satin diffuser for reading and desk use. All versions feature the aluminium counterbalanced adjustable arm, which makes it ideal for desk use.

Which desk lamps are dimmable?

The catalogue includes several dimmable desk lamps: the Artemide Tizio LED (dimmable via the structure itself), the Flos Kelvin LED (dimmable, CRI 95), the Artemide Sisifo LED (orientable and dimmable), and the Artemide Talak Professional LED. The dimming method varies by product; some use an integrated controller, others require a compatible external dimmer.

Which brands are available in the desk lamp category?

The main brands in the desk lamp category are: Artemide (the most represented with over 100 models, including Tolomeo, Tizio and Sintesi), Flos (Kelvin LED), Contardi, Louis Poulsen, Luceplan (Berenice), Oluce, Lumina and Astro Lighting. Each brand has a dedicated page with the full catalogue of available models.