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Large Pair Sculptural Modernist Pencil Reed Scroll Lamps, 1980s
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About the Item
Large Pair Sculptural Modernist Pencil Reed Scroll Lamps, 1980s
United States, circa 1980s
This striking pair of sculptural pencil reed lamps exemplifies the late-20th-century intersection of modernist form, material experimentation, and organic design. Composed of tightly layered pencil reed formed into sweeping scrolls and cylindrical volutes, each lamp reads as an abstract object first and a functional lighting form second—firmly aligning them with modern design rather than traditional decorative lighting.
The composition is defined by bold curves, repetition, and rhythm. Continuous horizontal striations emphasize movement and structure, while the opposing scrolls create a dynamic sense of balance and symmetry. The design recalls the period’s fascination with translating architectural and sculptural ideas into domestic objects, where furniture and lighting were conceived as freestanding statements rather than purely utilitarian forms.
Finished in a warm natural tone, the reed surface highlights the inherent texture of the material while maintaining a clean, graphic presence. When illuminated, the lamps read as strong vertical sculptures, their silhouettes echoing postmodern interpretations of classical scroll forms filtered through a distinctly 1980s modern-bohemian lens. The brass stems and fittings introduce a subtle industrial contrast that reinforces the modern character of the design.
Recently rewired for safe contemporary use, the lamps are well suited for use as statement table lamps, console accents, or flanking architectural furniture. Their scale and visual weight allow them to anchor a room, functioning equally well in modern interiors, layered boho spaces, or design-forward environments seeking sculptural lighting with presence.
An exceptional example of American modern decorative lighting from the 1980s, this pair appeals to collectors of sculptural furniture, organic modernism, and late-20th-century design.
Dimensions (each):
30" H to socket
21.5" H to top of scroll
16" diameter
Condition:
Very good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age and material. Professionally rewired.
- Dimensions:Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1980s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: T36911stDibs: LU2592348349342
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