The Ice Cube table lamp, designed and produced by German manufacturer Peill & Putzer in the 1970s, is an embodiment of the Space Age aesthetic that defined the era. Its construction features a perfectly cubic form, measuring 10 x 10 x 10 cm, crafted entirely from heavy, high-clarity pressed glass. The transparent block is highly polished, with a smooth, mirror-like surface; a round, softly beveled opening at the top houses the bulb holder. Internally, the glass is intricately molded to create concave shapes reminiscent of melting ice, intensifying the diffusion of light within the cube. Technical elements such as the power cord discreetly emerge at the rear, with no visible fittings, reinforcing the pure geometric outline. The lamp remains in excellent condition, showing only minimal and barely perceptible traces of age. The Ice Cube’s presence conjures a visual language steeped in the optimism and fascination for the future characteristic of the Space Age. Its weight and transparency speak of an era when designers explored the expressive possibilities of new materials and sought pristine purity in form. The glass captures and transforms light, setting it dancing in shimmering reflections—each glow a fleeting projection preserved within its crystalline structure. The lamp tells the story of the 1970s' pursuit of universality and almost scientific clarity in design. This lamp can serve as a quiet, sculptural highlight atop a living room console, a bedside table, or a workspace desk—suited to contemporary or eclectic interiors alike. Pairing it with other transparent or mirrored accents will emphasize the interplay of light within the glass; set against dark wood or matte metal, its cool transparency will stand out in contrast. The lamp works harmoniously in mid-century modern settings, in futuristic arrangements inspired by the 1970s, or in minimalist environments where the focus is on the dialogue between form, material, and light.
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Height10 cm
Depth10 cm
Width10 cm
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Width10 cm
Height10 cm
Depth10 cm
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