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Product advantages: Desk lamp Original 1227 Opal Blue & Black
- A new Opal Blue & Mat black colorway that reimagines the Original 1227 with a contemporary twist
- An icon of British design created by engineer George Carwardine in the 1930s
- A spring-balanced system that allows for precise light adjustment and keeps the lamp in position
- A sturdy and durable desk lamp, backed by a lifetime warranty from Anglepoise
Original 1227 Opal Blue Lamp: The Iconic Anglepoise Takes on a New Look
More than 90 years after its debut, the Anglepoise Original 1227 lamp is getting a new color. Opal Blue adorns the lampshade and base, while the black arms, springs, and details highlight its mechanical architecture. This new version, however, is more than just a play on color. Anglepoise designed it as a nod to the brand’s early years, when some lamps already featured bold primary colors. It’s a way to refresh an icon without compromising its signature style.
Opal Blue: A Return to Its Roots
With its Opal Blue paired with Mat Black, the Original 1227 revisits a lesser-known chapter of its history. Unlike the industrial and understated image now associated with Anglepoise, some of the earliest models featured brightly colored lampshades and bases. The new Opal Blue reinterprets this heritage with a soft blue hue, set off by black components. The result preserves the model’s functional spirit while giving it a more graphic and contemporary presence.
A Mechanism That Has Become a Signature
Behind this familiar silhouette lies the invention of George Carwardine, a British automotive engineer. His balancing mechanism, patented in 1932, allows the Lamp to be moved with minimal effort while precisely maintaining the chosen position. This innovation gave rise to Anglepoise and became the hallmark of its articulated lamps. More than nine decades later, the movable arms, exposed springs, and adjustable Lampshade continue to give the Original 1227 its remarkable balance between mechanics and aesthetics.
Is the Original 1227 lamp suitable for use at a desk?
Yes,the Original 1227 is a true adjustable Desk lamp, designed to direct light precisely onto the work area. Its articulated arm allows you to adjust its height from 49 to 91 cm and its depth from 44 to 72 cm. The adjustable lampshade complements these settings, allowing you to easily move the light source closer or farther away depending on the task at hand.
What kind of lighting does the Original 1227 provide?
The Original 1227 comes with a 6 W LED bulb E27 that provides 470 lumens and a color temperature of 2700 K. This warm white light is particularly well-suited for a desk, a reading area, or a creative workspace. The bulb can be replaced with an E27 LED bulb rated up to 10 W.
Where should you place an Anglepoise desk lamp?
Thanks to its compact 15 × 15 cm base, the Original 1227 fits easily on a desk, console table, or large work table. Its wide range of adjustment allows you to illuminate the surface without needing multiple light sources. The contrast between Opal Blue and Mat Black works particularly well in a contemporary setting, but also adds a pop of color to wooden furniture or an industrial-inspired decor.
Is the Anglepoise Original 1227 lamp durable?
Yes, Anglepoise backs its lamps with a lifetime warranty—a particularly notable commitment for a light fixture intended for daily use. The brand provides for the repair of the product and, when repair is not possible, its replacement with recycling of the old lamp. The construction notably combines an aluminum lampshade, steel arms, and a weighted cast-iron base.
In this new Opal Blue and Mat black interpretation, the Original 1227 pulls off a delicate balancing act. It has changed just enough to catch the eye anew, without losing a single ounce of its identity. Whether on a desk or in a creative studio, its luminous blue softens the black mechanical elements and makes this Anglepoise classic a piece that’s just as captivating when turned off as when it’s on.
In detail:
Variation : Opal Blue & Black
Brand : Anglepoise
Designer : George Carwardine
Type : Desk lamp, Table lamp
Colour : Lampshade and base: opal blue - Arms, springs, and accents: black - Cable: black fabric
Material : Lampshade: aluminum - Arm: steel - Base: cast iron - Finishes: aluminum - Fabric cable
- Dimensions : Height: 49 to 91 cm - Depth: 44 to 72 cm - Lampshade: Ø 14 x H 16 cm - Base: 15 x 15 cm - Cable: L 200 cm
- Weight : 12.32 lb
- Characteristics : Reissue of the 1934 model—Adjustable lampshade and articulated arm—Spring-balanced system (perfect stability in all positions)—On/off switch on the Cable—Bulb (included): 1x E27 LED 6W, 470 lumens / 2700 Kelvin, 15,000 hours - Recommended bulb: LED 10W max. - Lifetime warranty (high-quality, sturdy, and durable product) - Weighted base for stability
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