Pair of ceiling lamps OTE-4, white glass, FOTON, Poland, 1980s.
320 PLN
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A pair of OTE-4 ceiling lamps produced by FOTON in Poland at the turn of the 1970s and 1980s expresses the essence of Eastern European functionalism in its late modern incarnation. The opal, milky-white glass shades feature a hemispherical, slightly flattened shape with a gentle taper at the base, set on a nearly invisible metal footing. The glossy opaline surface—devoid of decorative elements—emphasizes the clarity of line and a uniform, cool white. Restrained proportions (height 12 cm, diameter 26 cm) and the flexibility to mount on either ceiling or wall add to the model's versatility across various interiors. The lamps remain in very good condition: the glass shows no damage or discoloration, and the surfaces maintain their uniform gloss. The form of these luminaires speaks with the voice of late-PRL Poland—a time when minimalist, functional design was a conscious expression of modernity. They tell the story of seeking light unmarred by unnecessary ornament: the opaline glass, like a gentle screen, softly diffuses the lamp’s glow while the geometric silhouette seems to declare, “Only essence and clarity matter.” The purity of form aligns with the pragmatism of the era, where design became both discreet and universal. Such plafonds can be paired effectively with mid-century modern, postwar minimalist, or retro-futurist interiors.
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Height12 cm
Width26 cm
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Width26 cm
Height12 cm
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