Large Tamburo Floorlamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy 1970s

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Large Tamburo Floorlamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy 1970s

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  • Dimensions

    Height: 250 x Width: 32 x Depth: 32 cm - Height: 98 3/8 x Width 12 5/8 x Depth: 12 5/8 inches

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Tobia Scarpa is a near-mythical figure in the world of design. Celebrated for a wide-ranging body of work—much of it created alongside his wife, Afra—Scarpa’s contributions occupy a central place in the history of Italian modernism. It’s no surprise that Flos, a pioneering force in Italian lighting, has collaborated with Scarpa multiple times throughout his illustrious career.

Design

One of the most commanding examples of his bold, forward-thinking aesthetic is the Tamburo lamp, shown here in its rarest and largest version—an impressive 250 cm in height. As its name suggests (tamburo meaning “drum” in Italian), the design centers around a striking circular form, mounted at a precise 60-degree angle atop a sharply geometric stem.On both sides of the wide green housing, dark green rings are fixed with exposed Allen bolts—details that lend the lamp a sculptural, industrial presence.

The design feels both futuristic and timeless, aligning with the Memphis movement’s defiant playfulness and radical forms. At the front, a matte plastic diffuser is secured by the green ring, while the rear glass cover conceals internal shutters. Both components are removable and interchangeable. The triangular base is bolted to a strong metal frame and anchored in a weighty stone base, ensuring stability—particularly vital for a lamp originally intended for outdoor or garden use. With its monumental scale, this 250 cm version transforms from functional lighting into architectural sculpture. The Flos logo is elegantly engraved at the lamp’s neck, an understated mark of provenance. The combination of the lamp’s bold proportions, original green finish, and sophisticated detailing elevates it to an iconic collector’s piece—perfect for high-concept interiors or expressive exterior landscapes.

Condition

This piece is in good vintage condition, with signs of natural wear consistent with age and outdoor use. Minor surface scratches and subtle variations in color contribute to its authentic character.

We also have the smaller 156 cm height lamp available.

Customer Reviews

Trey Beck

Customer - Paris
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Excellent responsiveness, and with wonderful curatorial chops!

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Joel Telpner

Customer - Denver USA
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This bar is amazing. Beautiful and exactly as described. A custom crate (which was a work of art itself) was built in order to ship the piece to the U.S. The bar arrived in perfect condition without a scratch. I will say that take the crate apart was not easy and was a two-person job. But worth it in the end

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Shawn Henderson

Interior Designer - New York USA
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Table arrived very well crated, seller made process seamless.

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