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Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Mid-Century "Orbit" Floor Lamp in Black Brass

$1,600
£1,218.37
€1,402.92
CA$2,267.34
A$2,438.85
CHF 1,303.39
MX$28,747.09
NOK 16,432.72
SEK 15,022.62
DKK 10,482.15

About the Item

A sculptural and sophisticated floor lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, circa 1950s–1960s. This piece exemplifies Thurston’s ability to blend minimalist industrial lines with playful, decorative "atomic" motifs. Features a slender black-enameled steel stem punctuated by two distinctive wire "cages" or orbit spheres, accented with solid brass spheres. Painted metal, polished brass, and typically finished with a linen or parchment drum shade. A heavy, weighted circular base provides stability for the slender silhouette.
  • Similar to:
    Gerald Thurston (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 58 in (147.32 cm)Diameter: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. shade not included.
  • Seller Location:
    Bedford Hills, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU97074880953

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