LIGHTING LOOKBOOK LAMPS KALCO LIGHTING
ABOUT THIS BOOK
Created to inspire, we’ve assembled some of our most noteworthy predictions to help you articulate your design visions. From transitional to contemporary, Kalco Lighting and Allegri Crystal products suit a multitude of design styles.
We hope this report provides motivation as well as inspiration.
LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY
Artificial lighting technology began to be developed tens of thousands of years ago and continues to be refined in the present day.
HISTORY OF LAMPS
The history of lamps spans millennia, evolving from simple fuel-based illuminators to complex electrical systems. Early lamps, dating back 70,000 years, utilized natural materials like moss soaked in animal fat for light. Over time, humans began to craft more sophisticated lamps from pottery, alabaster, and metal, incorporating wicks for better control of the flame. The Greeks introduced terracotta lamps in the 7th century BC, and the invention of gas and electric lighting in the 18th and 19th centuries revolutionized the lighting world.
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EARLY FORMS OF LIGHTING
• Natural Illumination
Before the invention of artificial light, humans relied on natural sources like the sun and fire.
• Stone and Shell Lamps
Early lamps were made from hollowed-out stones or shells filled with flammable materials like moss or animal fat.
• Oil Lamps
As civilization advanced, oil lamps became common, using materials like olive oil, sesame oil, and animal fats as fuel.
• Terracotta Lamps
The Greeks were known for their terracotta lamps, which replaced handheld torches and provided a more stationary source of light.
• Wicks
The addition of wicks allowed for better control of the flame, making lamps more efficient and longer-lasting.
LIGHTING THROUGH THE AGES
■ THE DAWN OF GAS LIGHTING
• William Murdoch’s Experiments
In the late 18th century, William Murdoch experimented with coal gas as a lighting source, paving the way for gas lamps.
• Gas Fixtures
By the 19th century, cities across Europe and the United States began to implement gas lighting, transforming urban landscapes.
• Gas Lamps
Gas lamps provided a brighter and more controllable source of light than oil lamps, becoming a popular alternative for both indoor and outdoor illumination.
■ THE ELECTRIC REVOLUTION
• Humphry Davy’s Contributions
Sir Humphry Davy’s experiments with electricity in the early 19th century led to the development of the first incandescent lamp and arc lamp.
• Edison and the Light Bulb
Thomas Edison’s invention of the incandescent light bulb in 1879 revolutionized lighting, making it more efficient, affordable, and widespread.
• Electric Lighting Takes Over
Electric lighting gradually replaced gas and kerosene lamps, transforming homes and public spaces.
■ THE MODERN LIGHTING TECHNOLOGIES
Over the years, various types of electric lamps have been developed, including fluorescent, LED, and other energy-efficient options.
FEATURES:
• FIRENZE CRYSTALS
• INTEGRATED LEDS
• POLISHED CHROME FINISH
• STEEL, MARBLE
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CATENA
SHOWN: 028195-010-FR001 - 68” FLOOR LAMP, D: 9 H: 68, BASE: D: 9 H: 10
FEATURES:
• DRIVERLESS LED TECHNOLOGY
• CLEAR CRYSTAL RECTANGULAR BLOCKS LAMP
• WINTER BRASS FINISH
• STEEL, MARBLE
APOLLO
SHOWN: 028095-044-FR001- 72” FLOOR LAMP
DETAIL VIEW
FEATURES:
• CLEAR FIRENZE CRYSTAL BAGUETTES
• AUTHENTIC BLACK MARBLE FOR THE BALANCED BASE
• POLISHED CHROME FRAME
DETAIL VIEW
CERICHIO
SHOWN: 028495-010-FR001 - 75” FLOOR LAMP, L: 11 W: 24 H: 75, BASE: D: 11 H: 14.5
FEATURES:
• CRAFTED FROM HAMMERED STEEL
• WARM GOLD FINISH
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FOLIA
SHOWN: 522495WGL - FOLIA FLOOR LAMP, D: 16 H: 68, BASE: D: 16 H: 2
LINA
FEATURES:
• CLARITY AND BRILLIANCE OF THE CRYSTAL
• AUTHENTIC MARBLE BASE
• LED LAMPING IS CONTROLLED BY A TOUCH IN-LINE DIMMER ON THE CORD
SHOWN FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 028392-010-FR001 - TABLE LAMP, D: 16 H: 37, BASE: D: 9 H: 5, 028395-010-FR001 - LINA FLOOR LAMP, D: 24 H: 68, BASE: D: 12.5 H: 5, 028391-010-FR001 - BUFFET TABLE LAMP, L: 6 W: 27 H: 21, BASE: D: 5 H: 8
FEATURES:
• FACETED CRYSTAL RODS
• POLISHED CHROME BAND
• AUTHENTIC MARBLE BASE
• LED LAMPING IS CONTROLLED BY A SLEEK TOUCH IN-LINE DIMMER ON THE CORD
LUCCA
SHOWN FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 037991-010-FR001 - LUCCA TABLE LAMP, D: 6 H: 28.5, BASE: D: 6 H: 4
037995-010-FR001 - LUCCA SINGLE STEM FLOOR LAMP, D: 6.5 H: 72, BASE: D: 6.5 H: 9
037996-010-FR001 - LUCCA TRIPLE STEM FLOOR LAMP, D: 14 H: 72, BASE: D: 14 H: 3
FEATURES:
• NATURAL ABACA FIBER
• GENUINE ACACIA WOOD
• PEARLIZED ANTIQUE BRASS FINISH
• STEEL
DETAIL VIEW
POPPY
SHOWN: 522595PAB - POPPY FLOOR LAMP, D: 21.5 H: 69.5, BASE: D: 12.75 H: 14
FEATURES:
• AUTHENTIC ACACIA WOOD BASE
• GENUINE, MEDIUM BROWN LEATHER SHADE
• HAND PAINTED IN A SOPHISTICATED GRAPHITE FINISH
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PLEXUS
SHOWN: 524795GPH - LEATHER FLOOR LAMP, D: 15 H: 68, BASE: D: 11 H: 12
FEATURES:
• CLEAR FIRENZE CRYSTAL DISCS
• POLISHED CHROME ACCENTS FINISH
• AUTHENTIC WHITE MARBLE BASE
DETAIL VIEW
SPAZIO
SHOWN: 027895-010-FR001 - 70” FLOOR LAMP, D: 18 H: 70, BASE: D: 16 H: 3
FEATURES:
• TEMPERED DICHROIC GLASS
• WHITE MARBLE BASE
• TRUE BRASS AND SATIN NICKEL FINISH
CHROMA
SHOWN FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 521691SN - CHROMA TABLE LAMP, L: 13.25 W: 13.25 H: 28, BASE: D: 9 H: 2 521695SN - CHROMA FLOOR LAMP, L: 22 W: 22 H: 72, BASE: D: 12 H: 6
- CHROMA TABLE
L: 13.25 W: 13.25 H: 28, BASE: D: 9 H: 2
SHOWN FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: 521695TRB - CHROMA FLOOR LAMP, L: 22 W: 22 H: 72, BASE: D: 12 H: 6
521691TRB
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