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Bibliothèque Nationale
Floor lamp by Philippe Starck with three rotating cantilevered shelves and a USB port.
401 × 1501 mm
2013
Approx. $3,900 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
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Description
Overview
Bibliothèque Nationale is a floor lamp designed by Philippe Starck (2013) that emits diffused light. Three cantilevered shelves rotate around the stem, and a discreet USB port is built in.
Construction
The base, rod stand and diffuser stand are chrome-plated die-cast zinc, with a steel base cover. The internal diffuser and lamp-holder stand are opal injection die-stamped polycarbonate, the upper ring is clear polycarbonate with stainless steel brackets, and the external diffuser of this version is PVC fabric.
Light and electrics
- Halogen T lamp, 150 W, one E26 holder; lamp not included
- Supplied at 120 Vac and 60 Hz, insulation class II; the dimmer is integrated
- Direct and indirect light with symmetric distribution
- For indoor dry locations, IP 20
- Black cord of 79.134 in; net weight 22.82 lb
Story
Philippe Starck
Bibliothèque Nationale imagines a playful, fairy-tale library where books seem to soar towards the light. Its three shelves rotate around the stem, leaving room for books and personal objects while the lamp lights the room.
The name is a nod to France's national library and reflects Starck's characteristic wit.
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