Celestia Ceiling Light by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy, 1980/90s

More than a lighting fixture, the Celestia ceiling lamp is a sculptural presence that reflects Tobia Scarpa’s distinctive approach to design for Flos during the 1980s. Its linen-covered surface softens the geometry of the structure, allowing light to diffuse through the fabric with remarkable warmth and subtlety. The natural texture of the linen introduces depth and tactility, while the interplay of light and material produces an atmosphere that is both intimate and sophisticated. Balancing monumentality with lightness, Celestia stands as a timeless example of Scarpa’s ability to merge technical innovation, refined craftsmanship, and poetic simplicity into a single iconic object.