FOSCARINI TROPICO SUSPENSION

FOSCARINI TROPICO SOSPENSIONE

The rings onto which the lozenge-shaped elements that form Tropico are hooked are inspired by the earth’s parallels. By this concept the name of this newly-conceived suspension lamp is inspired. Employing the decorative features of chandeliers with cut glass elements, Tropico’s volume is created by the repetition of a single linear element. Tropico has a decidedly sculptural presence, although it remains easy to interpret. It produces an all embracing, atmospheric light, thanks to the inner cylinder that filters and spreads the luminous fluorescent flow. The finishes available give two strongly contrasting effects: the ice version lets the light through, while the opaque ivory version recalls the almost ethic vision of an oriental lantern. The personality of the various shapes and finishes can be further emphasised by inserting one of the optional filters, with a choice of a cold blue tone or a warm orange tone. With Tropico Foscarini confirms its vocation of developing projects aimed at characterising spaces and encouraging interaction between the designer and the product. Four different versions – Sphera, Vertical, Bell and Ellipse – meet different design needs in the environment and can be used in composition to create great luminous scenographies.

DESCRIPTION

Suspension lamp with diffused light. The diffuser body consists of a mount comprising metal rebar rings and a sequence of diamond shaped injection moulded polycarbonate modules. Matt extruded polycarbonate internal diffuser, chromed metal mount. Stainless steel suspension cable and a transparent electrical cable. Ceiling rose with galvanized metal bracket and glossy chromed batch-dyed ABS cover, multiwatt electronic transformer. Canopy decentralisation kit available. Coloured polyester filters available upon request (0.2mm): blue or orange, to be fitted on the internal diffuser and secured using small magnets.

MATERIAL

Polycarbonate and metal

COLORS

Ice, ivory

PARAMETERS TROPICO BELL

Weight: net kg: 5,80
Bulbs: fluorescent 1x42W GX24q-4
multiwatt electronic ballast 26/32/42 colored filters on request

PARAMETERS TROPICO VERTICAL

Weight: net kg: 7,70
Bulbs: fluorescent 1x40W 2G11
multiwatt electronic ballast 24/36/40 colored filters on request

PARAMETERS TROPICO SPHERA

Weight: net kg: 6,50
Bulbs: fluorescent 1x42W GX24q-4
multiwatt electronic ballast 26/32/42 colored filters on request

PARAMETERS TROPICO ELLIPSE

Weight: net kg: 6,50
Bulbs: fluorescent 1x42W GX24q-4
multiwatt electronic ballast 26/32/42 colored filters on request

DESIGN

Giulio Iacchetti