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Rare early Lucite floor lamp from the 1960s "Studio design"
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Private sellerRotterdam, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since December 2024 • 3 sales
Product description
This rare floor lamp from the 1960s is a striking 'studio design' that perfectly reflects the aesthetics of the Space Age era. The fixture combines a transparent structure with an industrial, functional appearance, making it a unique collector's item for vintage lighting enthusiasts.
The lamp is crafted from clear plexiglass and metal, featuring a striking shade with yellow accents. The construction rests on a sturdy, black cube-shaped base, creating a stable and architectural silhouette. The adjustable shade allows for focused light, ideal for reading or accent lighting.
The object is in good condition; the plexiglass is beautiful and clear with few scratches, retaining its original character and functionality. The materials display an authentic patina befitting the age of the design. The colored plate is missing a small corner; this can easily be reproduced, with other colors available as an option. See photos for details. In the early 1960s, plexiglass (acrylic) was a brand-new, expensive, and experimental material in the art and design world. Major lamp manufacturers were not yet mass-producing it. Designers worked in small, independent workshops or artists' studios (primarily in Milan and New York) where they manually experimented with the mechanical tension of plastic. They assembled these lamps individually or in very small batches for design galleries, meaning no factory stamps or brand labels were applied to them.
This floor lamp comes into its own perfectly in an eclectic or modernist interior. It is a distinctive statement piece that attracts attention in both a living room and a creative workspace.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsYellow, Black, TransparentMaterialPlexiglass, MetalNumber of items1Height160 cmWidth40 cmDepth50 cmSigns of usageScratches, Rust
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About this seller
Private sellerRotterdam, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since December 2024 • 3 sales