Art prelim revision gun lamp

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    • Function in gun lamp by Philippe starck? 🎨

      ~ the gun lamps function is to provide ambient. This can be seen in the gold coloured inner lampshade which reflects warm,gold light. This is ideal for use on a bedside table for reading.
      ~ The gun lamp is multi functional. It also functions as a conversation starter. This can be seen in the realistic gun shaped base which is eye catching and thought provoking as it is unusual to see a gun shaped everyday object in someone’s home. This therefore causes people to talk about the issue of gun violence.
    • Materials and techniques for gum lamp by philippe starck? 🎨

      ~ The gun lamp has a gold plated finish on the base. This polished gold finish creates a luxurious shine and reflects the warm light from the bulb.
      ~ The gun lamp has a base made of cast aluminium. Aluminium is a suitable choice of material as this metal does not tarnish. This means the lamp should not rust or tarnish over time, making it a long lasting quality product.
    • Target marker for gun beretta pistol hand gun lamp by philippe starck? 🎨

      ~ The beretta pistol hand gun lamp retails at more than £1,000 which straight away targets wealthy/high income consumers with plenty of disposable income, and who value expensive, high end products.
      ~ The gun lamp appeals to fans/ collectors of flos products, who collect their lighting, as the gun lamp has both the high end quality and cutting edge, glamorous style the company is known for. The iconic gun lamp would also appeal to fans and collectors of starcks designs.
    • In what way does the gun lamp's design make it suitable for use as a bedside table lamp?
      It prevents the light from flooding the room or being too bright
    • Where is the dimmer switch located on the gun lamp?
      Attached to the power cord at the bottom of the base
    • How does the dimmer switch enhance the functionality of the gun lamp?
      It allows users to tailor the light for different activities
    • What are the key features of the gun lamp by Philippe Starck that make it fit for purpose?
      • Wide shade for appropriate light emission
      • Angled sides to direct light downward
      • Dimmer switch for adjustable light intensity
      • Suitable for bedside use without flooding the room
    • Style of gun lamp by Philippe starck?

      ~ The gun lamp has a sculptural style due to the lamps base which is moulded from a real gun, and the polished gold finish which ensures that it can be displayed like a piece of art when it is not in use. The symbolism of the gun and high shine materials gives it great visual impact.
      ~ The gun lamp has a sleek style due to the highly polished gold plated base, combined with the smooth form of the aluminium without any witness marks. The glossy shiny finish makes it a luxurious piece of decorative design, which would fit in a modern contemporary home.
    • Starcks father influence on gun lamp by philippe starck? 🎨
      ~ Philippe starck was influenced by his father, an aeronautical engineer, who worked with industrial metals such as cast aluminium when designing aircraft’s.
      ~ The cast aluminium can be seen in the design of starcks juicy Salif, a cast aluminium lemon squeezer featuring a sleek, aerodynamic form similar to aircrafts.
    • Gun violence influence for gun lamp by Philippe starck? 🎨

      ~ The moral issue of gun violence influences starck, which is an issue in major cities like Paris. this influence is shown by his use of gold crucifixes (crosses) on the inside of the gun lamp shade. The crucifixes symbolise the death of hundreds of young lives lost due to gun violence.
      ~ Starck donates 20% of proceeds from sales of the lamp to a french charity which works to eradicate poverty in areas affected by gangs, crime and gun violenc.
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