Mini me: Anglepoise launches new collection of small-scale models

British lighting brand Anglepoise takes pride in its 'Original 1227' model and has given the classic light a number of different makeovers for special editions over the years. This time around, they are changing the size, creating new small-scale versions of the iconic 1930s design and proving that all good things do indeed come in small packages.

Seminal British lighting brand Anglepoise has launched new smaller scale versions of their ’Original 1227’ model
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British lighting brand Anglepoise takes pride in its 'Original 1227' model and has given the classic light a number of different makeovers for special editions over the years. This time around, they are changing the size, creating new small-scale versions of the iconic 1930s design and proving that all good things do indeed come in small packages.

The whimsical 'Original 1227 Mini' collection has the same look as the original, but is simply scaled down by two-thirds, proportion-wise. In doing so the light becomes increasingly versatile; where the original form acts as a statement piece, the 'Mini' can act as both a subtle design accessory or finishing touch to a room. For example, the smaller, more manageable iterations (the table lamp is a mere 20 inches high) can be playfully paired together in a range of colour choices.

The full collection comprises a Mini desk lamp, Mini table lamp and Mini wall lamp – all transfigured versions of the original with slight contemporary changes. Where the base of the wall light existed as a traditional curved attachment, the miniature version has a pyramid-shaped mount with integrated switch, giving the piece a fresh modern upgrade while still keeping the classic aesthetic.

Alongside the arrival of the 'Original 1227 Mini' series, Anglepoise are also introducing two new colours (Linen White and Dove Grey) to the collection, which will be available in the New Year.

The pieces that comprise the new collection – entitled 'Original 1227 Mini'

The pieces that comprise the new collection – entitled 'Original 1227 Mini' – have the same look as the original models but are scaled down by two thirds

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The whimsical new collection is more versatile than its inspiration

The whimsical new collection is more versatile than its inspiration – where the authentic form acts as a statement piece, the 'Mini' can be both a subtle design accessory and a finishing touch to a room

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The collection will be available in the New Year, factoring two newly introduced colours – Linen White and Dove Grey

The collection will be available in the New Year, factoring two newly introduced colours – Linen White and Dove Grey

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INFORMATION

The ’Original 1227 Mini’ collection will be available from January 2016 via the WallpaperSTORE* website

Sujata Burman is a writer and editor based in London, specialising in design and culture. She was Digital Design Editor at Wallpaper* before moving to her current role of Head of Content at London Design Festival and London Design Biennale where she is expanding the content offering of the showcases. Over the past decade, Sujata has written for global design and culture publications, and has been a speaker, moderator and judge for institutions and brands including RIBA, D&AD, Design Museum and Design Miami/. In 2019, she co-authored her first book, An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture, published by Hoxton Mini Press, which was driven by her aim to make the fields of design and architecture accessible to wider audiences.