Artemide Tolomeo Faretto – buy the compact wall spot of the Tolomeo family online

Compact wall spot with a rotating head – the Tolomeo Faretto since 1995

The Artemide Tolomeo Faretto is the compact wall spot of the Tolomeo family: a small, wall-mounted lamp with a rotating head that casts targeted accent light on books, pictures, shelves, or work surfaces. "Faretto" means "small spot" in Italian – which describes its function exactly. Created in 1995 by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, the Faretto shares the material language and design character of the entire Tolomeo family: base in polished aluminium, head in matt anodised aluminium. Leuchtenland is an authorized Artemide dealer and stocks the Tolomeo Faretto in all current versions.

The Tolomeo Faretto at a glance

Tolomeo Faretto – without switch

The Tolomeo Faretto without switch is the purist version: compact wall spot, rotating head, with no additional control functions. The lamp is operated via the wall switch or the mains switch. Ideal for installations where switching is already handled by the in-wall electrical system.

Tolomeo Faretto – with switch

The Tolomeo Faretto with switch features an integrated on/off switch on the lamp itself – practical for situations where the Faretto needs to be operated independently of the wall switch. The switch is discreetly integrated into the lamp and does not detract from its appearance.

Tolomeo Faretto – material properties

The base and mounting bracket of the Faretto are made of polished aluminium, and the rotating head of matt anodised aluminium – the same material combination as the entire Tolomeo family. The head can be rotated and positioned in various directions to aim the light precisely. The Faretto is noticeably more compact than the Parete or the Braccio.

The Tolomeo Faretto within the Tolomeo family

Within the Tolomeo family, the Faretto occupies a special role: it is the only version conceived as a pure spot without an articulated arm. While the Parete, Braccio, and Terra rely on flexible positioning via spring balance arms, the Faretto focuses on the essentials – a rotating head, mounted directly on the wall:

• No articulated arm – the most compact form of all Tolomeo wall versions
• Rotating head – can be directed in various directions
• Polished and matt anodised aluminium – consistent material continuity with the Tolomeo family
• With or without switch – selectable depending on the installation situation

Typical applications for the Tolomeo Faretto

The Tolomeo Faretto is useful wherever a small, targeted point of light is needed on the wall: above bookshelves as a bookshelf lamp, beside a work of art as accent lighting, in the hallway as an orientation light, in the study as a supplementary room lamp. Thanks to its compact form, the Faretto is barely noticeable on the wall – the light does the work, the lamp steps back. We are happy to advise you on which Tolomeo wall version best suits your situation – by phone, WhatsApp, or Chat.

Artemide – light design from Milan since 1960

Artemide was founded in Milan in 1960. The Tolomeo family, designed in 1987 by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina and awarded the Compasso d'Oro in 1989, now encompasses every lamp category. The Tolomeo Faretto, created in 1995, is proof that the Tolomeo design works beyond the articulated arm – even as a minimalist spot.

Buy the Artemide Tolomeo Faretto at Leuchtenland

As an authorized Artemide dealer, Leuchtenland stocks the Tolomeo Faretto in all available versions – with and without switch. Ready to ship within 24 hours, free delivery within Germany, 100-day return policy. We are happy to advise you personally – by phone at 02594 78 22 80, by WhatsApp, or by Chat.

Frequently asked questions about the Artemide Tolomeo Faretto

What does "Faretto" mean in the Tolomeo context?

"Faretto" is the Italian word for "small spot" or "small spotlight". The Tolomeo Faretto is a compact wall spot from the Tolomeo family – smaller than the Parete, without an articulated arm, with a rotating head. Created in 1995 as an addition to the Tolomeo wall versions.

What distinguishes the Tolomeo Faretto from the Tolomeo Parete?

The Tolomeo Parete has a full spring balance arm – it is like the desk lamp, but wall-mounted, with full movement in all directions. The Tolomeo Faretto is more compact: no long arm, instead a simple rotating head mounted directly on the wall. It is the spot of the family, not an articulated-arm lamp.

Is the Tolomeo Faretto available with or without a switch?

Yes – the Tolomeo Faretto is available in both versions: without an integrated switch (operated via the wall switch) and with an integrated on/off switch on the lamp. We are happy to help you determine which version better suits your installation situation.

What tasks is the Tolomeo Faretto particularly suited to?

The Tolomeo Faretto is ideal as accent lighting (on pictures, art objects, sculptures), as a bookshelf lamp (targeted light on shelves), as orientation lighting in the hallway, and as a supplementary room lamp in the study or bedroom. Wherever a small, compact spot on the wall is called for.

Is Leuchtenland an authorized Artemide dealer?

Yes. Leuchtenland is an authorized Artemide dealer and sources all lamps directly from the manufacturer. You are guaranteed to receive original goods with full manufacturer warranty and personal advice.