Table lamp, black brass, Philips, Netherlands, 1950s
2 052 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 26582
This Louis Kalff table lamp for Philips, dating from the 1950s, is an exemplar of mid-century modern design. Its construction combines matte black surfaces—a broad, gently domed metal shade and a flat, square metal base—with a central brass stem. The satin-finished brass introduces a warm metallic accent that contrasts with the black elements. Exposed screws and precise metal joints emphasize the lamp’s robust build, while the adjustable shade allows for directional lighting. The lamp is fitted with a black inline switch on a cream-colored cord. Its functional, minimalist aesthetic is characteristic of the 1950s. Condition: good—visible wear and scratches on the base and stem, but no major damage. This lamp echoes the spirit of an era when modernism balanced rationality with a pursuit of simplicity. The matte black shade and satin brass speak in two voices of the 1950s: one muted, the other catching the light with subtle gleam. The adjustable shade recalls the desks of the past, where lamps shaped not only illumination but also the boundaries of work and reading. The patina on the stem and gentle signs of age hint at years of service—companionship through countless evenings and days, woven into the everyday texture
DIMENSION
Height34 cm
Width29 cm
Length29 cm
Dimension details
Length29 cm
Height34 cm
Width29 cm
Weight3 kg
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