Tatou Table Lamp

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Its name is French for "armadillo," the unassuming animal whose brilliant structure keeps it protected-and makes it unique. Designer Patricia Urquiola conceptualized this table lam p to play on the filtration of light, with remarkable results. The Tatou Table lamp offers diffused light and has an exterior diffuser in PC (polycarbonate). Its internal diffuser is injection-printed opal PC. The support and base are painted steel. Inspiration behind the design: "The process began by looking for different ways to reconstruct membranes, conceived like Japanese armor: a series of metal buckles cleverly united by tapes with a powerful emotional value," explains designer Patricia Urquiola. "The word 'tatou' has an emotional sound to it, which I think is consistent with the emotional function of this object. Show more