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Beat Floor Light
A handmade floor light with an integrated 6W LED module and a 250 cm cable
2013
India
13.88 kg
Approx. $1,500 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Description
Overview
The Beat Floor Light in Matt Black Brass, product code BLF11BK-FUN01M2, is a celebration of the handmade and was designed in 2013. It is made in India.
Construction
Skilled artisans in Northern India make each light by hand over four days, spinning, welding and beating the metal. Original hammer marks are retained, so each piece is unique. The finish is matte. The LED module is integrated and custom-engineered, with optical diffusers and high-performance aluminium heat sinks.
Specifications
- Base: diameter 35 cm (13.8 in)
- Light: 6W LED, 800 lumens, 3000K, inline dimmable
- Cable: 250 cm black fabric, switch on the cable
- Weight: 13.88 kg
- Environment: indoor, IP20
Story
Marked by its maker
The Beat Floor Light bears the mark of its maker. Retained hammer marks make each piece a unique work of functional art, and the hand-beaten golden interior refractor casts a rich, ambient glow.
Made in India
The floor light was designed in 2013 and is made in India. It weighs 13.88 kg and has a switch on its 250 cm black fabric cable.
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Collection
Beat
Tom Dixon's Beat collection (2005): pendant, wall, table and floor lights hand-beaten in brass by artisans in Northern India, inspired by traditional vessels.
