Originally adopted by tailors for its flexible arm and the ability to direct the light without casting shadows, the Gubi Bestlite BL10 wall lamp, designed in 1930 by Robert Dudley Best, is now widely used as a bedside lamp or a reading lamp in the living room, where it adds exceptional character and warmth. It soon conquered the world of design: the Architects’ Journal described it as the first true manifestation of the Bauhaus in Britain, establishing it as a cult object.
Available in numerous finishes, the BL10 retains its distinctive features: the adjustable, highly flexible arm and the simple, classic swivel shade that characterises the entire collection. The directional, controlled and precise light makes it ideal in the hallway, as a bedside lamp or above the kitchen worktop, where it introduces a functional and refined touch of light. It can be used on its own or in combination with other lamps to create expressive lighting scenes.
True to its industrial roots, the Gubi Bestlite BL10 wall lamp retains the charm of the original design, blending seamlessly into every corner of the home and helping to create an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere. From the table lamp that accompanied Winston Churchill’s work to the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Design Museum in London, the Bestlite continues to embody the essence of modern design: an elegant, functional and timeless object, capable of lending personality and presence to any space.
