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Modern Brass and Lacquered Metal Floor Lamp, Europe 1950s
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CA$4,971.05
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A$5,341.11
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About the Item
Many European lighting designers in the 1950s experimented with form while still holding onto the quiet functional refinement that defined mid-century taste. This floor lamp beautifully reflects this spirit. From the lamp’s materials to proportions, and even ornamental details, the model points to a moment when design was soft, warm and playful, while still maintaining a sense of clarity.
The lamp’s unique charm unfolds through a set of well-considered contrasts. The lacquered metal stem, divided into segments, creates a striking visual rhythm that pulls the eye upward. Its dark colour sets a calm, strong line that is punctuated by the warm glow of the brass rings along its length. Not just this, but the clean, straight line of the stem is perfectly balanced by the five-legged brass base. On top, the lampshade becomes another expressive feature. The gentle scallop along its lower edge mirrors the feeling of the base, adding subtle decoration. When lit, the textile shade diffuses a warm, ambient light that softens the entire composition. Every element has been shaped to contribute to the overall harmony of the lamp, creating an object that elevates a room through both proportion and atmosphere. The result is a piece that feels both intentional and lighthearted, grounded in function and open to charm.
Viewed as a whole, this floor lamp captures the spirit of European design that often mixed modernism with personality. Its combination of materials, a refined silhouette, and quiet embellishments make it more than an everyday object. It will make a timeless edition to a range of interiors.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been reconditioned and rewired. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the item may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
Dimensions:
16.53 in ø x 51.96 in H
42 cm ø x 132 cm H
- Dimensions:Height: 51.97 in (132 cm)Diameter: 16.54 in (42 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Replacements made: The shade is a later replacement. Rewired: The lamp has recently been reconditioned and rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the item may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202534461stDibs: LU2947347580492
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