This desk lamp, crafted in the form of a seated dog, is a representative example of decorative German design from the 1970s. Made of porcelain with a highly glossy, glazed surface, the lamp features a monolithic construction—no visible joints or hardware—with a smoothly integrated, stable base. The primary color is a creamy white, accentuated by hand-painted brown details on the ears, paws, and parts of the fur. Small, round holes on the top of the head, originally intended for dispersing cigarette smoke, add a functional and decorative element as a so-called 'smoke eater.' Sculpted fur, an expressive muzzle, and asymmetrical ears—one upright, one drooping—underscore the playful, exaggerated character typical of mid-century kitsch. The condition is very good, with no visible damage, chips, or repairs; the glaze and paintwork are complete and even.This porcelain lamp echoes the spirit of the 1970s—a time when everyday life welcomed humor and decorative gestures. The dog's distinctive silhouette, reflective surface, and carefully hand-painted eyes and mouth evoke an era when trinkets brought warmth and lightness to the home. The holes on the head recall rituals of the past, when evening light and cigarette smoke shaped the domestic landscape. There is a subtle nostalgia in its form, infused with playful energy, speaking to the German appreciation for whimsical design and decorative freedom of that period.The lamp can be placed on a desk, sideboard, console, or low shelf—especially effective among books, small potted plants, or other objects from the 1960s and 70s. In an eclectic setting, it could be
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Height19 cm
Length14 cm
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Length14 cm
Height19 cm
Cable length150 cm
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