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Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Cobra Desk Lamp Greta Grossman Atomic Era 1950s

$1,815
£1,370.81
€1,583.50
CA$2,557.08
A$2,738.63
CHF 1,472.27
MX$33,262.26
NOK 18,602.83
SEK 17,032.27
DKK 11,831.63

About the Item

Original 1950 Greta Grossman Cobra Lamp Fiberglass Shade Rare Prototype or Pre-patent Competitor Here is an Incredible Greta Grossman style Cobra desk lamp! This lamp is believed to be either a pre-production prototype utlizing a fiberglass shade and an un-beveled base or a competitor's knock-off design that was made for a very short while, prior to Grossman's patent being approved! Either way, it is a marvelous lamp that really looks SPECTACULAR! And what a fantastic bit of mid-century design history! The fiberglass really adds a whole new dimension to the lamp design! It catches the eye more than the opaque metal shade and gives the lamp a more modernist edge, taking it away from a more industrial look. The brass neck also gives a marvelous contrast to the black satin enameled base. This lamp is much rarer than the "normal" metal Grossman Cobra design which have since been reproduced, diminishing the value of originals. A must have for your NY penthouse, Palm Springs atomic ranch or West Palm Beach estate!
  • Attributed to:
    Greta Magnusson Grossman (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Fiberglass,Metal,Enameled,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Restored base enamel. Original wiring checked and in good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Peoria, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9080246158322

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