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Table Lamps from ASEA, Sweden ca 1950s
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Pair of Model
E1291
Table Lamps from ASEA, Sweden ca 1950s
$3,750per set
£2,874.85per set
€3,289.64per set
CA$5,299.59per set
A$5,760.45per set
CHF 3,083.66per set
MX$69,630.49per set
NOK 38,860.14per set
SEK 35,839.14per set
DKK 24,568.34per set
About the Item
ASEA was one of Sweden’s most influential lighting manufacturers of the mid-20th century, known for bringing technical precision and a distinctly Scandinavian sense of proportion into everyday interiors. Their collaborations with designers and metalworkers helped define a Swedish modern vocabulary built on clarity, restraint, and a quiet sense of refinement. Pieces from the 1950s show ASEA at a moment when functional design was becoming more expressive, without losing its grounding in craftsmanship.
This pair of model “E1291” table lamps capture that balance beautifully. Each lamp is built around a tapered black-painted base that feels weighty and architectural, topped by a warm brass neck that adds brightness without overwhelming the silhouette. The shift between the matte black body and the polished brass detail gives the lamps a clean but charming rhythm. Tapered fabric shades rest lightly above the bodies. Together, the pair express a unified coherence without being overwhelming, and the proportions are thought-out in a way that makes the lamps feel sleek and elegant from every angle. Featuring a minimalist and functional design, distinctive details, and high-quality materials, this table lamp pair is a rare find from the company’s archives.
As both functional objects and decor, they fit naturally into minimal interiors and more ornate spaces. ASEA lighting is sought after for its craftsmanship and its ability to hold presence without excess, and this pair is a strong example of why. They bring warmth, clarity, and a touch of sculptural interest, which makes them not only aesthetically pleasing but genuinely useful in a contemporary home.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The items have recently been reconditioned and rewired. The shades are a later replacement. Due to the nature of the materials, the items may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
Dimensions:
8.46 in ø x 13.97 in H
21.5 cm ø x 35.5 cm H
- Creator:ASEA (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Diameter: 8.47 in (21.5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:ca 1950s
- Condition:Replacements made: The shades are a later replacement. Rewired: The items have recently been reconditioned and rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Due to the nature of the materials, the items may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202534821stDibs: LU2947347894932
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