Dieter Schulz Furniture

Dieter Schulz Model No. 57/4 16 floor lamp for Wohnbedarf AG Schweiz, 1957. Executed in black enameled metal and brass. A quintessentially midcentury European design that is highly f...

1950s Dieter Schulz Model No. 57/416 Floor Lamp for Wohnbedarf AG Schweiz. Executed in white painted metal and brass. A quintessentially midcentury European design that is highly f...

This Dieter Schulz Model “No. 57/4 16” floor lamp is a timeless design piece created in 1957 for the Swiss company, Wohnbedarf AG Schweiz. Crafted from black enamelled metal and brass, this luminary exemplifies the quintessential mid-century European design aesthetic: functional, refined, and iconic. The Swiss designer, Dieter Schulz, born in Switzerland in 1928, was celebrated for his ability to blend form and function seamlessly. His Model No. 57/4 16 floor lamp exemplifies his design ethos, characterized by a commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and simplicity. This model has an unmistakable European mid-century look; from the clean lines and subtle decorative elements to the intuitive functionality, this lamp is timelessly stylish without sacrificing beauty. The lamp has a brass weighted base that is quite robust, supporting the long thin tubular metal shaft and enamelled shade. Contrasting to the black enamelled elements, the sheet brass stands out beautifully. This duality of colours and surfaces creates a lot of textural interest, further enhanced by the different shapes and forms. The lampshade has a streamlined look with the inner surface lacquered white to better reflect the light. The shade is adjustable thanks to the joints at the neck, making this lamp perfect spotlight lighting...