Desk Lamp Bauhaus, black metal, silver chrome, Helo, Germany, 1950s.
570 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 37266
This Bauhaus desk lamp, produced by Helo in Germany during the 1950s, exemplifies the authentic industrial aesthetic of postwar modernist design. The construction is entirely metal: the dome-shaped lampshade is finished in deep matte black, while the flexible gooseneck arm is rendered in polished chrome, introducing a subtle contrasting accent. The lamp attaches to the desk via a robust black metal clamp, and the visible screws and joints emphasize its utilitarian spirit. The proportions—generously rounded shade paired with a slender, elongated arm—reflect the deliberate balance of form so characteristic of the Bauhaus movement. The surface shows gentle traces of age: localized patina, minor scratches, and scuffs, all testament to its genuine vintage story. The lamp is in good condition, with no visible modern replacements or repairs.This lamp echoes the voice of postwar German design: function and material honesty take precedence, every line speaking to discipline and clarity. The black shade absorbs light, the chrome neck reflects its surroundings, and the whole composition—like a small machine for work—remains ready to serve new generations. It tells the story of a time when simplicity expressed optimism and belief in progress, and functional beauty was distilled from rational form.The lamp can be combined with a minimalist desk or a console in natural wood, allowing the contrast of materials to highlight its modernist origins. It would integrate well into a study furnished in the mid-century modern spirit,
DIMENSION
Height50 cm
Width50 cm
Length23 cm
Dimension details
Length23 cm
Height50 cm
Width50 cm
Weight1.5 kg
Lamp shade width/diameter23 cm
Lamp shade height16 cm
Number of light spots1
Light bulb typee27
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