Table lamp Chess Piece, white glass, by I. Jakeš, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.
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This table lamp, designed by Ivan Jakeš in 1970s Czechoslovakia, stands as a hallmark of Central European modernist design. Crafted from triple-layered glass, its silhouette draws inspiration from the bishop chess piece: a substantial, stable base tapers smoothly upward to a gently rounded top. The dominant hue is a warm, milky white with a high-gloss finish, softly reflecting light and accentuating the lamp’s sculptural clarity. The overall form is distinctly mid-century modern—geometric yet harmonious, with a perfectly smooth and even surface. A discreet white electrical cord preserves the visual unity of the design, and all elements, including the finish, remain original and well-preserved. The lamp is in very good condition, with no visible signs of wear or damage. This lamp seems to carry the quiet narrative of the 1970s, when Czechoslovakian design sought a dialogue between functionality and artistic expression. The glass, shaped into a crisp, readable form, appears to tell the story of
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Height46 cm
Width24 cm
Length24 cm
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Length24 cm
Height46 cm
Width24 cm
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