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The Duo lamp was conceived by André Ricard for “executive desks”, not only that good focal light was required when going through extensive paperwork, but also the fact that, in the face of visitors, the view of those who sat in the confidants' chairs should not be obstructed by a large or ostentatious lampshade. Duo fulfils both purposes seamlessly. It illuminates with proximity, and does not interrupt the visual horizon. It is composed by two symmetrical and opposite elements, yin and yang, which complement each other with an excellent sense of proportion. The luminous flux is adjustable by the independent rotation of its glass shades, which can be opaque to focus the light on the work surface, or translucent to provide a more general illumination too. An obvious push button located in the narrow central body acts as a switch for both. It was manufactured during the 1970s and was discontinued in the 1980s due to the onslaught of the new halogen lamps, which tried to emulate the worldwide success of Richard Sapper's Tizio. Today, with the comfort and efficiency of LED technology, the Duo shape makes more sense than ever. The definitive 2023 edition, in collaboration with the author, enhances the aesthetic and functional user experience wherever it is used.
