Presented at VitraHaus Loft, June 2024

Following the sell-out success of their first collaboration in 2023 above, multi-disciplinary designer Sabine Marcelis and Mathmos, creator of the world’s first lava lamp, have teamed up again to launch their second collectible Sabine Marcelis x Mathmos Astro Lava Lamp.

The new Sabine Marcelis Astro Lava Lamp has been created specifically for the Dutch artist’s VitraHaus Loft installation showcasing in Weil am Rhein, Germany in June 2024.

In Sabine’s signature style, the design is characterized by a pure use of colour and form – the use of a deep Bordeaux red bringing life and warmth to the elegant iconic shape of the Astro silhouette. The lamp has been created to blend seamlessly within the burgundy colour-drenched bedroom at Sabine’s VitraHaus Loft installation, where a cascading colour scheme defines the living spaces.

The lamp’s metal base and cap are cast from hand-spun aluminum and painted in a rich matt Bordeaux shade, and are complemented by a matching burgundy coloured braided cord and black inline switch and plug. A hand-finished frosted coating to the bottle creates a soft warming light to the custom burgundy lava flowing within.

The limited production of 1000 pieces will be available to purchase internationally through the Mathmos websites from October 2024. Each lamp will be uniquely marked with its limited-edition number on the base, elegantly packaged and delivered in a bespoke Sabine Marcelis-designed burgundy box.

The Astro Lava Lamp, originally invented in 1963 by British inventor and Mathmos founder Edward Craven-Walker, is widely recognized as a pop design classic. Handmade in Britain the design has been in continuous production for the past sixty years – standing the test of time as Mathmos’ most iconic design.

Sabine Marcelis says: “I am a big fan of Mathmos’ iconic lava lamps and had so much fun working on our first collaborative design. I felt natural to include an Astro lava lamp in the bedroom at the VitraHaus Loft, and I’m glad we were able to introduce a new limited edition lava lamp to match the colour scheme for the occasion!”

Cressida Granger, Mathmos says: “It is a great honour to work with Sabine again after the success of her first collaborative lamp, which sold out within hours last year. I’m sure her new design will be equally popular.”

Mathmos admirers and design collectors alike can subscribe to Mathmos’ mailing lists and social channels to be first notified of the official launch date, information on the Limited Edition pages on Mathmos.com

Sabine Marcelis Limited Edition Bordeaux Astro Lava Lamp for VitraHaus Loft

Showcasing at VitraHaus Loft in June 2024 and launching to customers in October 2024.

A limited edition run of 1000 pieces.

Dimensions: 43cm H | 14cm W | 2.95kg | 35W GU10 halogen bulb

Price: £150 or 175€

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ABOUT SABINE MARCELIS

Studio Sabine Marcelis is a design studio led by Dutch designer and artist Sabine Marcelis. The studio is known for its focus on creating artistic installations, furniture, and objects. Sabine Marcelis employs a unique approach by experimenting with materials, light, and colour to achieve her distinct aesthetic. The studio collaborates with various brands, galleries, and cultural institutions, producing a range of work from conceptual pieces to custom designs. Sabine Marcelis’ exploration of the relationship between form and function continues to contribute to contemporary design conversations.

ABOUT MATHMOS

Mathmos was established in 1963 by the inventor of lava lamps Edward Craven Walker. Mathmos have been manufacturing their premium range of lava lamps in Britain ever since. Mathmos ship their lava lamps fresh from their factory in Poole, Dorset directly to customers all over Europe from their 10 European websites, see www.mathmos.com.