Artek A440 is a sculptural lamp designed by Alvar Aalto in 1954. The lamp, made of mouth-blown glass with a matte surface, filters the light evenly and without glare. The A440 lamp is a beautiful variation of the popular "Golden Bell" lamp. Unlike Golden Bell, which directs light downwards, the opal glass hanging lamp also illuminates to the sides and up. Artek A440 is a good choice as a general light for the hall, kitchen or bedroom.