Jac Jacobsen

Jac Jacobsen (1901-1996) was a Norwegian industrial designer, famous for creating the revolutionary Luxo-L1 anglepoise lamp in 1937. This iconic design merged form and function, featuring an adjustable arm and flexible structure that allowed users to direct light with precision. The Luxo-L1 set a new standard in lighting design and became a symbol of Scandinavian modernism, with its legacy celebrated in museums worldwide. In 1986, Pixar paid tribute to this groundbreaking lamp by featuring it as a dynamic character in their pioneering short film Luxo Jr., highlighting the lamp’s expressive and playful potential.

 

 

In the spirit of reconciliation dedece acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

Wishlist

Loading