This rare 1950s table lamp exemplifies the artisanal approach to mid-century children's lighting design. Its construction features organically contoured panels forming both the base and sculptural shade, each individually bordered with colorful textile cord. Surfaces are covered in an early semi-matte plastic with a subtle sheen, underlaid with aluminum foil. The lampshade is hand-painted with vivid scenes of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in a woodland setting, while the base is decorated with intricate floral and foliate motifs in saturated warm tones: red, yellow, green, blue, white, orange, and brown. The lamp retains its original fabric-covered cord with inline switch and fits a single E14 bulb. It remains in very good, original condition, with minor patina and only minimal signs of age consistent with its vintage character.The lamp embodies the spirit of postwar Europe, when children's imagination mingled with handcrafted objects full of color and storytelling. Its fairytale forms, rich palette, and hand-painted details evoke the atmosphere of mid-century storybook illustrations. This is a piece that might have whispered bedtime tales—its softly diffused light gently illuminating the figures, as if Snow White and the dwarfs themselves were coming to life in the evening glow. The visible lacing and bold colors recall a time when everyday objects were expected to offer not only function but also a sense of security and playful delight.The lamp can serve as a focal point in a
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Height34 cm
Width20 cm
Length20 cm
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Length20 cm
Height34 cm
Width20 cm
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