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Pair of 1960s German Stilnovo Style Brass and Cream Adjustable Wall Sconces
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Product description
Pair of 1960s German Stilnovo Style Brass and Cream Adjustable Wall Lamps
An elegant pair of adjustable mid-century modern wall sconces manufactured in Germany during the 1960s, distinguished by their sculptural conical shades, warm brass-plated details, and flexible gooseneck supports.
The lamps reflect the sophisticated simplicity of postwar European lighting design, with a visual language reminiscent of Italian Stilnovo lighting.
Each wall light features a beautifully proportioned, elongated conical metal shade finished in a soft cream lacquer.
The wide opening of each shade is decorated with a continuous row of small circular perforations. When illuminated, these details create delicate points of light around the shade’s perimeter, adding a subtle decorative effect to the otherwise minimalist construction.
A polished brass-plated collar connects the conical shade to the rear cylindrical housing, introducing an attractive contrast between the warm metallic finish and the understated cream-colored surfaces.
The shades are supported by flexible brass-toned gooseneck arms, allowing the light to be directed according to the desired position.
Each lamp is mounted on a compact circular wall plate, maintaining a clean and visually balanced appearance.
The combination of geometric shapes, refined materials, and practical adjustability makes these sconces particularly versatile.
They can be installed as bedside reading lamps, positioned symmetrically around a mirror or artwork, or used as accent lighting in a living room, hallway, or study.
Their elegant proportions and warm neutral finish allow them to complement both vintage and contemporary interiors.
Design and Historical Context
During the 1950s and 1960s, European lighting manufacturers increasingly explored functional modernist designs featuring adjustable metal shades, flexible supports, and contrasting finishes.
Italian manufacturers such as Stilnovo became particularly influential in establishing this aesthetic, inspiring similar designs throughout Europe.
This German pair reflects that design vocabulary through its refined conical forms, perforated metal shades, and articulated construction.
The lamps offer an attractive combination of functional lighting and collectible mid-century design.
Product Details
Origin: Germany
Period: 1960s
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Stilnovo Style, Modernist, Space Age
Materials: Brass-plated metal, lacquered metal
Finish: Cream lacquer and brass
Quantity: Pair of two wall sconces
Dimensions — Each Lamp
Height: 27 cm / 10.63 inches
Length: 20 cm / 7.87 inches
Depth: 12 cm / 4.72 inches
Measurements may vary slightly depending on the position of the flexible arms.
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of use and age.
Light wear and small surface imperfections are present, consistent with the age of the lamps.
The electrical wiring has been renewed.
Electrical Specifications
Each lamp requires 1 × E26/E27 bulb.
US compatible.
Suitable for LED bulbs.
The flexible arms allow directional adjustment.
A refined pair of German mid-century wall lights combining elegant cream lacquer, brass-plated metal, and distinctive perforated conical shades.
Product number : 260809
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CategoryWall lightsConditionVery goodColorsCremeMaterialMetalNumber of items2Height27 cmWidth20 cmDepth12 cmSeller locationLitomerice, CzechiaDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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ProfessionalLitomerice, CzechiaOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 43 sales