Astep Model 2065 Suspension Lamp Designed by Gino Sarfatti

The Model 2065 Suspension Lamp is a pendant light created by Gino Sarfatti for Astep in 1950, now reissued to celebrate its pioneering approach to material and form. Distinguished by its poetic geometry and innovative use of methacrylate, the lamp effortlessly blends heritage with contemporary relevance.

This suspension lamp is composed of two joined opalescent saucers, meticulously crafted from methacrylate—an advanced material uncommon in the 1950s. Sarfatti’s decision to use this lightweight and robust polymer instead of traditional glass underlines the experimental spirit behind Model 2065. The structure features a black-painted aluminium canopy for subtle contrast and support, demonstrating a harmonious balance between technical precision and visual lightness.

Available in distinct configurations—White Diffuser with Black Hardware and Black or White Cable, and a striking Black and White Diffuser—Model 2065 adapts to various interior settings, offering nuanced choices for personal expression. Its soft, diffused light creates a gentle ambiance, ideal for both residential and collective environments such as sophisticated dining rooms, serene lounges, or curated gallery spaces.

The minimal yet evocative design of this Gino Sarfatti piece imparts a sense of weightlessness, turning illumination into a sculptural gesture suspended mid-air. The choice of methacrylate not only reflects a departure from convention but also lends the lamp a contemporary ease, suited for those who value both legacy and innovation in design. As a testament to mid-century ingenuity, the Model 2065 Suspension Lamp endures as a statement piece—timeless, versatile, and unmistakably modern.