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Avant-Garde Functionalist Pendant Lamp by Josef Vorel, Futuristic, 1930s
$6,583.07
£4,891.38
€5,500
CA$9,017.45
A$9,837.55
CHF 5,217.64
MX$118,520.28
NOK 66,221.93
SEK 60,627.97
DKK 41,898.31
About the Item
This exceptional pendant lamp from the 1930s stands as a rare and compelling example of Central European functionalist lighting design at its most progressive. Produced by Josef Vorel, one of the notable luminaire manufacturers of interwar Czechoslovakia, the lamp reflects a moment when design was driven by technological optimism, experimentation, and a belief in the future.
The design is unmistakably avant-garde, combining functionalist principles with futuristic and aeronautical ideas characteristic of the period. Its tiered metal construction, executed in nickel-plated and partially lacquered metal, is complemented by porthole-like glass diffusers and an ivory-toned reflector at the top—elements that evoke maritime engineering, early aviation, and machine-age aesthetics.
The exposed technical components, refined suspension system, and aerodynamic proportions give the lamp a striking sculptural presence. More than a lighting fixture, it reads as a visionary object that anticipates later developments in industrial and modernist design.
The lamp provides a soft yet atmospheric illumination and retains its original character. It is preserved in very good original condition and has been professionally rewired for contemporary use.
A highly unusual and collectible lighting object that captures both the radical spirit and the futuristic ambitions of 1930s avant-garde design.
- Dimensions:Height: 51.19 in (130 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:220-240v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Futurist (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930
- Condition:Minor losses. All components are present and original, displaying a beautifully aged and harmonious patina throughout. The metal surfaces are free of dents or structural damage. There are minor paint losses to the upper reflector, consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Berlin, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10689248119202
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