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about this product
The Tatu Alta is a playful yet highly functional floor lamp designed by Spanish industrial designer André Ricard. Originally conceived as part of the iconic Tatu collection in 1972, the design became a symbol of Spanish Pop design thanks to its articulated, armadillo-inspired form and adjustable directional light. In 2021, the design was reintroduced by Santa & Cole as the Tatu Alta, a floor-standing version updated with contemporary LED technology while preserving the original spirit of flexibility, precision and sculptural character that made the Tatu a design icon of the 1970s.
about the designer
André Ricard
André Ricard is a Spanish industrial designer born in Barcelona in 1929 and widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern product design in Spain. Renowned for his functional, user-centered approach, Ricard has created numerous objects that combine technical innovation with elegant simplicity. His work spans lighting, furniture and everyday products, often reflecting the optimism and futuristic aesthetics of the post-war period. Among his most celebrated designs is the Tatu lamp, originally created in 1972, which became an emblem of Spanish Space Age design.
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