Pendant lamp Space Age, white opaline glass, yellow metal, by J. Hůrka, Napako, Czechoslovakia, 1960s.
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The pendant lamp, model 81501, designed by Josef Hůrka for Czech manufacturer Napako in the late 1960s, is an expressive example of Space Age design with mid-century modern influences. The construction features four large shades in matte, opaline soda-lime glass, symmetrically arranged around a central axis and mounted on a painted metal frame in a warm yellow-beige finish. The composition is completed by a simple, chrome suspension rod and discreetly integrated technical details, all contained within a distinctly architectural silhouette. The stepped, cylindrical form of the shades creates a compact, sculptural cluster, while the smooth glass surface contrasts with the matte metal. The lamp is preserved in good vintage condition – all original elements are present, with no visible damage or cracks to the glass.This lamp echoes the spirit of an era that looked to the future with optimism: its geometric form and opaline glass evoke the vision of modern domesticity in the 1960s, when designers like Hůrka experimented with new materials and bold, space-inspired motifs. The lamp seems to tell a story of times when design aimed to inspire, and light was meant to dispel darkness with a touch of futuristic fantasy. The opaline glass gently diffuses the light, casting a soft glow that brings a subtly cinematic, slightly laboratory mood to interiors – always imbued with a sense of refined calm.This lamp could be suspended centrally above a dining table or in the living room, where its sculptural form would create a striking focal point. It would work well in interiors inspired by mid-century modern style, but may also be combined
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Height87 cm
Width42 cm
Length42 cm
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Length42 cm
Height87 cm
Width42 cm
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