Pair of wall sconces 4385, transparent glass, black bakelite, ERCO, Germany, 1960s
1 500 PLN
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This pair of ERCO wall sconces, model 4385, is a quintessential example of 1960s German lighting design, where sculptural form meets functional clarity. Each sconce features an elongated, rectangular body dominated by a heavy, clear pressed soda glass shade, richly decorated with a raised geometric starburst pattern. The surface of the glass diffuses and reflects light in multiple directions, creating a prismatic effect whether the lamp is on or off. The base is crafted from matte black bakelite, providing a visual counterpoint to the sparkling glass above, while the sharply defined lines emphasize the architectural character of the piece. Each lamp is fitted with two original porcelain bulb holders. The construction is precise, with no visible hardware or fasteners, maintaining a disciplined, minimalist aesthetic characteristic of mid-century modernism. The set includes two sconces. Both are preserved in very good vintage condition, with no visible cracks or chips in the glass; the bakelite bases show only subtle, natural traces of use.These sconces echo the voice of German modernism—transparent glass, geometric discipline, and the interplay of matte and gloss tell the story of an era when light was treated as a tool for sculpting space. The starburst-embossed, pressed glass diffuses illumination with graphic strength, evoking the mood of a futuristic 1960s interior. Even when unlit, the lamps maintain a presence, as if waiting for dusk to
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Height10 cm
Width9 cm
Length34 cm
Dimension details
Length34 cm
Height10 cm
Width9 cm
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