In addition to what they call “a very technological revivial” of selected chairs, barstools, sofas, and tables, Cassina is excited about the metal lamp known as Lampe de Marseille that was just reissued by Nemo. Euroluce saw the original Le Corbusier design along with other reissued products that have sparked the interest of media worldwide (if you search for “Lampe de Marseille” make sure you have your translation device handy!).

Lampe de Marseille. Designed by Le Corbusier for Cassina.

Two-Coned and Painted Metal, the Reissued Design by Nemo of the Marseille Lamp, or Lampe de Marseille, from 1954 by Le Corbusier for Cassina

Originally designed back in 1954 during Le Corbu’s reign as design mastermind, the lighting industry shook with excitement. Who could have known that such a simple concept – a lamp with two cones made of painted metal – could yield such plentiful light? Like most of his designs during his time, Le Corbusier strips down the concept of elaboration into one of complete and refined beauty. The white interior light diffuser combined with the painted gray exterior can be attached to the wall using its slender, tubular arm that stretches out wherever its task is needed.

Cassina went for the revival of numerous projects by highly-acclaimed designers Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand this season. They’ve made sure to update the materials and details of this “Modern Movement” to meet the demands of our climates and durability standards today.

Cassina operates at an industrial level using special skills to create contemporary, upholstered furniture using wood and leather working as well as with other precious materials. The company strives for the highest quality through an excellent combination of industrial technology and artisan manufacturing procedures while using the ever-increasing development of its own research capacities at an internationally recognised level with the preservation of its historical values and traditions.