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1950s Portuguese Space Age UFO Ashtray Lamp in Opaline Glass and Chromed Brass
$1,249.04
$1,561.3020% Off
£925.51
£1,156.8920% Off
€1,040
€1,30020% Off
CA$1,708.22
CA$2,135.2820% Off
A$1,862.79
A$2,328.4820% Off
CHF 984.94
CHF 1,231.1720% Off
MX$22,407.59
MX$28,009.4920% Off
NOK 12,499.01
NOK 15,623.7620% Off
SEK 11,455.22
SEK 14,319.0320% Off
DKK 7,923.52
DKK 9,904.4020% Off
About the Item
This unusual table lamp from Portugal, 1950s, embodies the playful futurism of early Space Age design. Shaped like a flying saucer, it combines the dual function of a lamp and ashtray, making it both practical and delightfully eccentric. Its bold form reflects the optimism of the post-war era, when everyday objects were reimagined with references to science fiction and modern technology.
The lamp features a large UFO-shaped hand-blown opaline glass shade, which shifts from lime green to bright yellow when illuminated. This striking dome is supported by a tripod of chrome-plated metal legs, giving the design a light, aerodynamic presence. At the center, a lacquered metal housing incorporates the light fitting and a polished chromed brass ashtray cover, removable for cleaning.
When switched on, the lamp emits a vibrant, diffused glow through the opaline glass, creating a bold atmospheric effect. As both a functional lamp and an ashtray, it reflects the playful spirit of 1950s design, blurring the boundary between utility and fantasy. Today, it stands as a rare collectible of Portuguese Space Age design—valued for its quirky dual purpose, sculptural form, and striking material contrasts.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Diameter: 13.78 in (35 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:220-240v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Space Age (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Rewired: rewiring by a professional electrician. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lisboa, PT
- Reference Number:Seller: SKU 8981stDibs: LU6719246592212
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