Pendant lamp, dark brown orange, ceramics, Denmark, 1960s.
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This pendant lamp from 1960s Denmark exemplifies the era’s approach to ceramic design, merging sculptural boldness with functional clarity. The matte, heavily textured surface echoes the volcanic ceramics that defined both mid-century modern and brutalist aesthetics. Its dome-shaped shade, gently flared at the base, features a striking color gradient – from a deep, earthy brown at the top to a saturated orange at the bottom. The lower section is adorned with regularly spaced ceramic nodules and perforations that allow the light to diffuse decoratively, while the lamp is suspended from a metal chain. The piece is fitted for an E27 bulb, with the original cord preserved. Minor scratches and small chips attest to its history, yet it remains in very good, authentic condition.
Its form tells the story of 1960s Danish design, when ceramics became an artistic medium and the freedom of craftsmanship merged with practical intent. The tactile surface and warm color palette evoke interiors where light was meant not only as illumination but as a subtle shaper of atmosphere. The interplay of perforations and raised elements seems to whisper of a quest for new forms, while the color gradient recalls an era unafraid of contrast and vibrancy.
Such a lamp would work beautifully above a dining table in a mid-century modern setting or within an eclectic collector’s interior. It could be paired with teak furniture featuring clean lines, soft textiles in warm hues, or industrial accents like matte metal and raw concrete. It also serves well as a sculptural focal point when hung low over a kitchen island or
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Height27 cm
Depth32 cm
Width32 cm
Dimension details
Width32 cm
Height27 cm
Depth32 cm
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