Mathieu Matégot Java Table Lamp in Perforated Metal, France, 1950s

The highly collectible Java table lamp, designed circa 1953 by Mathieu Matégot, is one of the designer’s most recognisable lighting pieces. Its pleated and perforated painted sheet metal shade rests on fine tripod legs, creating a sculptural silhouette that feels both playful and architectural.

A visionary French designer of the mid twentieth century, Matégot was known for his innovative use of perforated metal and his ability to bring lightness, rhythm and movement into functional objects. The Java lamp captures this language beautifully, with an adjustable top and circular perforations that diffuse the light into a soft graphic glow.

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Available in black, yellow and red.

Why we love it
• A rare collectible design with an instantly recognisable silhouette
• The perforated metal shade creates a soft architectural glow

Bulb type: B22
Plug type: EU plug
Cable: Original
Switch: Plug-in
Electrical condition: professionally checked
Voltage: 220 to 240V
LED compatibility: compatible with LED bulbs once fitted with the correct bulb
US compatibility: compatible with US use with a suitable plug adapter. Rewiring available on request.
Bulb included: no