Fil de Fer is a lamp made of sculpted and braided aluminum wire, which is illuminated by tiny lamps inside. It was designed by Enzo Catellani and is his favorite creation. It was created almost 20 years ago for a special commission, but was not used for the original project and remained in his workshop. Everyone who saw it when it was switched on was enchanted by its special and magical appearance. Enzo Catellani therefore decided to continue working on the luminaire. The lamp was launched on the market and became Catellani & Smith’s most representative model.
The Fil-de-Fer lamps from Catellani & Smith have spherical diffusers made of interwoven metal wire, the inside of which is illuminated by small lamps. The collection is one of Enzo Catellani’s favorite designs. It includes lights for indoor and outdoor use in various sizes, including floor lights, pendant lights, table lamps and floor lamps. Fil de Fer was originally custom-made for a lighting project, for which it was ultimately not used. Instead, Enzo Catellani incorporated the design into the regular Catellani & Smith range in 2002, creating an icon that combines a simple basic idea with a strong, almost magical effect.
All Fil de Fer lamps have a diffuser made of aluminum wire, which is bent and woven by hand. This makes each luminaire a unique piece with unique details. The light from the LED lamps distributed inside the sphere makes the wire shine and casts lively plays of light and shadow in the surroundings.
