Desk Lamp Art Deco, nickel-plated brass silver, Warsaw, Poland, 1940s
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This Art Deco desk lamp, produced in Warsaw in the 1940s by the Jeżmyk manufactory, exemplifies the restrained yet refined design language of its era. Crafted from brass plated with nickel, it features a cool, silvery tone with a subtle satin sheen. Its proportions are carefully balanced: a substantial, semi-circular dome shade dominates visually, yet is countered by a slender, arched support and an oval base with a distinctive cut-out. A small, white rotary switch sits discreetly on the base, while seamless, smooth joints and the absence of visible fasteners showcase the precision of its construction. The minimalist form—free from unnecessary ornamentation—focuses on function and clarity of line, adhering to the principles of late Art Deco. The lamp is preserved in very good condition, with the original galvanic coating intact, showing only minor patina and light surface marks consistent with its age. Within this design lies the story of 1940s modernist Warsaw: the lamp seems to echo an era when austerity of form spoke of modernity and hope for the future. Its cool metallic gleam reflects light in a way that is both crisp and gentle, while the sweeping arc leads the eye fluidly from base to shade. It evokes the atmosphere of an architect’s study or a lawyer’s office of the period, where both functionality and understated
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Height39 cm
Width32 cm
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Width32 cm
Height39 cm
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