Anglepoise Original 1227 Desk Lamp

When automotive engineer, George Carwardine came upon a formula for a new type of spring, he had fashioned the blueprint for a innovative articulated task lamp that could combine the ultimate in flexibility and perfect stability. Two years later the Original 1227™ was born.

The Original 1227 Collection was launched in 1935. It is considered to be the iconic Anglepoise collection. It was made famous by the spring technology provided by George Carwardine. The Anglepoise Original 1227 Desk Lamp Collection is playful, versatile and a more contemporary version of the most iconic and beloved 1930’s Anglepoise.

The Anglepoise Original 1227 Desk Lamp has a high gloss paint finish. The shade is 100% aluminum and has chrome plated fittings. The iconic base is made of Cast iron and has a steel cover. The arms are aluminum and count with the constant tension spring technology. is available in three colors: dove grey, linen white, jet black, and dove grey and bright chrome.

The Anglepoise Original 1227 Desk Lamp has a shade diameter of 14.5 cm and a shade height of 15 cm. the maximum reach is a full 60 cm. The base size is 15 cm in height and 15 cm in width. The cable length is 200 cm.

Guaranteed for Life

Anglepoise promise is that they will try to repair it and help you get it working again and if that really isn’t possible, we will replace it and recycle the one that isn’t working.