'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Utrecht, NL
All new, contemporary edition of J.T. Kalmar's iconic 'Dornstab' design from 1947 in exclusive
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp, Austria, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice shaped floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar and manufactured by Kalmar, Austria 1950. This floor
Brass
Oak & Brass 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
Dornstab lamp and our other lighting by Kalmar.
Brass
Mid-Century Dornstab Floor Lamp by A. Pöll for Kalmar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare floor lamp of Kalmar. An early design classic that draws its elegance from the functionality
Metal
$5,623
H 73.63 in W 15.75 in D 29.53 in
Wonderful and Rare Variation of the Famous Dornstab Floor Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
Shade redone with Josef Frank fabric.
Brass
$5,900 / item
H 63 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
One of Two Height Adjustable Kalmar Brass Floor Lamps 'Cavador' No. 2098, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
original dimensions. The light is similar to the well known Kalmar 'Dornstab' floor lamp. The price is
Brass
outstanding rare counterweight dornstab wall lamp
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Munich, DE
many dornstab floor lamps, never before wall lamps. a very rare opportunity to own something very nice
Aluminum, Brass
$5,900 / item
H 63 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
Kalmar Brass Floor Lamp 'Cavador' No. 2098, Height Adjustable, 1960, 1 of 2
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
similar to the well known Kalmar 'Dornstab' floor lamp. Two lights are available. The price is per lamp
Brass
$5,743
H 59.06 in W 31.5 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
Metal, Brass
$5,743
H 60.24 in W 13 in D 1.58 in
Mid-Century Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
Brass
$12,563
H 59.26 in W 17.92 in D 30.71 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Walnut Floor Lamp Dornstab J. T. Kalmar Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage floor lamp Dornstab or Thorn Stick from walnut and brass by J. T. Kalmar
Brass
$11,366
H 59.06 in W 18.51 in D 31.5 in
J.T Kalmar & A. Pöll Floor Lamp Model 2076 / Dornstab by J.T Kalmar in Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare floor lamp model 2076 / dornstab designed by J.T Kalmar & A. Pöll. Produced by J.T Kalmar
Brass
Stylish Floor Lamp Dornstab Kalmar, Austria, 1949
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
The origin draft of the Dornstab lamp comes from 1947 in a slightly modified form to the object
Teak
Austrian "Dornstab" Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dornstab floor lamp designed in Austria in the 1950s. White lacquered steel and black metal base
Metal, Steel
Kalmar "Dornstab" Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
elegant "Dornstab" floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar, stand in teak, shade in fabric, manufactured by
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp by Kalmar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Dornstab floor lamp by Kalmar. Unique design with arched mahogany stem resting on solid
Brass
J.T. Kalmar 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp, Austria, 1947
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
J.T. Kalmar 'Dornstab' floor lamp, Austria, 1947.
Wood
Kalmar "Dornstab" Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
been renewed, it is adjustable in three different height positions. This Lamp is perfect for
Brass
Early Brass 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Utrecht, NL
Beautiful vintage 'Dornstab' floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar from the late 1950's. Made of solid beech
Brass
"Dornstab" Floor Lamp by Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Paris, FR
Adjustable floor lamp "Dornstab" by Kalmar.
Brass
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H 59.06 in W 18.51 in D 29.93 in
Dornstab floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar and A. Pöll for Kalmar Werkstätten, 1940s Aus
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Dornstab floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar and A. Pöll for Kalmar Werkstätten, 1940s Austria. The Dornstab
Brass
Rosewood and Black Brass 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
brass fittings allowing the lamp shade to be positioned on brass hooks at three different, read-friendly
Brass
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H 17.72 in W 13.39 in L 17.72 in
Austrian Midcentury Brass and Walnut Dornstab Floor Lamp by J. T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful Austrian midcentury Dornstab - thorn stick - floor lamp, was designed in 1947 and
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp by J. T. Kalmar et A. Pöll, Kalmar Werkstatten, 1947
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in PARIS, FR
of an organic shape, give all its elegance and originality to this vintage floor lamp. Another
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp by J. T. Kalmar et A. Pöll, Kalmar Werkstatten, 1947
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in PARIS, FR
of an organic shape, give all its elegance and originality to this vintage floor lamp. Another
Brass
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H 59.06 in W 18.51 in D 31.5 in
Floor Lamp "Dornstab" model 2076 by J.T. Kalmar Kalmar, Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rosendahl, DE
This rare Dornstab floor lamp, model 2076, was designed in 1947 by J.T. Kalmar in collaboration
Brass
Pair of French Adjustable Oak Floor Lamps, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hellouw, NL
Lovely pair of adjustable french oak floor lamps. The lamps have a 'dornstab' foot with two
Oak, Fabric
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H 68.12 in W 17.72 in D 14.57 in
Mid-century floor lamp model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar - Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century floor lamp model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar - Austria 1950s
Wood
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H 68.12 in W 21.66 in D 14.57 in
Mid-Century Modulable Lampshade Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century modulable lampshade floor lamp model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar - Austria 1950s.
Wood
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H 59.06 in W 26.38 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Floor Lamp Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp With Modular Lampshade Model 2076 "Dornstab" by J.T Kalmar, Austria
Wood
Kalmar Brass and Teak 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
'Dornstab' floor lamp by Kalmar, Austria executed from teak and heavy solid brass with a unique
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Brass and Teak 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
Beautiful vintage 'Dornstab' floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar from the early 1960s. Made of solid teak and
Brass
Early Brass 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
Beautiful vintage 'Dornstab' floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar from the late 1950's. Made of solid beech
Brass
Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beautiful Dornstab (‘thorn stick’) floor lamp, designed in 1947 by J.T. Kalmar. It is made out of
Brass
J.T. Kalmar 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp Austria, 1947
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in The Hague, NL
Very nice and rare floor lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Werkstatten in 1947. This is a
Teak
J.T. Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp, Austria, 1947
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and rare floor lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured by Kalmar Werkstatten, 1947
Brass
J.T. Kalmar 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp Austria, 1947 First Edition
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in The Hague, NL
First edition Dornstab lamp designed by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar Werkstatten in 1947. This is a very
Teak
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H 60 in W 18 in D 18 in
Beautiful Midcentury Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp Brass, Wood, Austria, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful floor lamp, designed and executed by J.T. Kalmar Austria. The lampshade is adjustable
Brass
Rosewood & Brass 'Dornstab' Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Utrecht, NL
is equipped with three black brass 'thorns', from which the lamp shade hangs and can be easily be
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp by J.T. Kalmar & A. Pöll for Kalmar, 1950
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Floor lamp model 2076 Dornstab by J.T. Kalmar and A. Pöll for Kalmar Vienna. Designed 1947. Solid
Brass
J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dornstab Floor Lamp, adjustable shade height.
Teak
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H 58 in W 18 in D 29 in
J.T. Kalmar 2x Dornstab Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Walnut, Austria, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two beautiful "Dornstab" floor lamps, we offer a matching one in our other listing. Designed
Brass
Sold
H 58 in W 18 in D 29 in
J.T. Kalmar 2x Dornstab Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Walnut, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two beautiful "Dornstab" floor lamps, we offer a matching one in our other listing. Designed
Brass
Mid-Century Minimalist Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century floor lamp with distinctive base. The design is reminiscent of the Dornstab floor lamp
Metal
Kalmar Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076, Brass Wood Cane, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960
Brass
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H 59.85 in W 17.72 in D 23.63 in
Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076 by J.T. Kalmar, Patinated Brass Wood Cane, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp, Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A " Dornstab" floor lamp, model 2076, manufacted by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna circa 1952. Three
Brass
J. T. Kalmar "Dornstab" Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original "Dornstab" ("thorn stick") adjustable teak floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar. Linen shade with
J. T. Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original dornstab ("thorn stick") adjustable teak floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar. Linen shade with
J. T. Kalmar "Dornstab" Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original "Thorn Stick" adjustable teak floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar. Linen shade with brown piping
Dornstab Floor Lamp - Model 2076 - J.T. Kalmar & A. Pöll
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Antwerpen, BE
exaggerated ornaments but was heading towards a more innovative approach. Floor lamp ‘Dornstab’ is a perfect
Brass
1940s Kalmar Thorn Stick / Dornstab Floor Lamp with Brass Foot, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Floor lamp thorn stick/Dornstab, designed and manufactured by J. T. Kalmar, Vienna, 1940. Made
Metal
Kalmar Dornstab Wood Lamp and Bronze-Base Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
"Dornstab" floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar, stand in teak and brass, manufactured by Werkstätten, J T
Brass
Dornstab Brass and Teak Floor Lamp by Kalmar circa 1950 Austria
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Dornstab brass and teak floor lamp by Kalmar circa 1950 Austria All original 'Dornstab' floor lamp
Brass
Floor Lamp "Dornstab" by Kalmar, Austria-Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
adjustable floor lamp, designed J.T.Kalmar, manufacture Kalmar Austria model "Dornstab
Brass
Floor Lamp, "Dornstab" by Kalmar, Austria, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
This exquisite floor lamp, called "Dornstab", was designed and manufactured in the 1950s by
Brass
Floor Lamp, "Dornstab" by Kalmar, Austria 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
This exquisite floor lamp, called "Dornstab", was designed and manufactured in the 1950s by
Brass
J. T. Kalmar Adjustable Floor Lamp Dornstab, Vienna, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Adjustable floor lamp Dornstab, J. T. Kalmar Vienna 1950 brass base, wooden stam, height
Brass
Charming Floor Lamp "Dornstab" Designed Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Floor lamp. Rupert Nikoll Vienna, 1950. Brass base, wooden stem, woven bast shade. Height
Brass
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H 59.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar Austria Dornstab Wiener Werkstätten, 1947
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful bow floor lamp called "Dornstab" designed by Kalmar, Austria. This piece has a
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H 59.85 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Floor lamp by J. T. Kalmar Austria Dornstab Wiener Werkstätten 1947
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful bow floor lamp called "Dornstab" designed by Kalmar, Austria. This piece has a
Teak, Textile
Floor Lamp by Austrolux Inspired by J.T. Kalmar, Dornstab, Austria, 1950
By Eba Leuchten
Located in Vienna, AT
This floor lamp was made by Austrolux and is inspired of the famous Kalmar floor lamps. It is made
J.T.Kalmar floorlamp- "Dornstab"
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, Vienna
floorlamp, modell "Dornstab", Modell nr. 2076 manufacted by Kalmar Ausria, adjustable to three
Brass
Dornstab Floor Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
-shaped stand through the lamp shade, designers J,T Kalmar and A. Poll melded form as well as function
Brass
Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp in Oak and Polished Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Contemporary re-edition of a, 1947 Kalmar design. Oak stem, fittings in polished brass, silk shade.
Brass
Kalmar Dornstab Floor Lamp in Oak and Polished Brass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Contemporary re-edition of a, 1947 Kalmar design. Oak stem, fittings in polished brass, silk shade.
Brass
Okla Cotton Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel
Located in Geneve, CH
Okla Cotton Wall Sconce by Simone & Marcel Dimensions: D 12 x W 24 x H 38 cm. Materials: Cotton. Custom options available on request. Please contact us. All our lamps can be wired...
Cotton
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in 'Moonlight' cream sheepskin and features ...
Sheepskin, Oak
$2,730 / item
H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...
Brass
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
$2,545 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$1,050 / item
H 5.5 in Dm 8 in
KINA Wall Sconce or Flushmount in Blown Glass and Bronze by Blueprint Lighting
By George Nelson, Isamu Noguchi, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Kina - a striking display of naturalism and intricate design. With its delicate lines and curves, this fixture emulates the beauty of a sea urchin, evoking a sense of...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$670Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Reyes Counter Stool in Walnut with Black Leather
By Martell Woodworks
Located in Mendocino, CA
This is a walnut counter stool with a stretched leather seat and back. The frame is solid walnut with a gentle radius at the interior joints and softly rounded edges. The leather is ...
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #3881 Bamboo and Brass X-Lamp Floor Lamp
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #3881 Bamboo and Brass X-Lamp Floor Lamp Designed in 1950, the versatile 'X-lamp' is an iconic midcentury Austrian lighting design. Executed in bamboo and brass wi...
Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$9,192 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
$6,322 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
In 1881, Julius August Kalmar founded Kalmar, a Viennese company that produced handcrafted objects of cast bronze. Kalmar developed a fine reputation and exhibited internationally often, but it was Kalmar’s son, Julius Theodor (J.T.) Kalmar, who took over in 1913 and made the company shine with its modernist lighting.
Having studied at the Birmingham School of Art and Design and under the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann at the Vienna School of Applied Arts, J.T. was deeply inspired by the shift to modernity taking place in Europe and sought to work with the leading architects and designers of his time, including Austrian Werkbund architects Josef Frank and Oskar Wlach as well as Ernst Plischke, Clemens Holzmeister and Oswald Haerdtl. Similar to the Wiener Werkstätte cooperative cofounded by Hoffmann that prized materials, form and function, Kalmar viewed his company’s lighting fixtures as “quite humble things” meant to “fit in and serve their purpose of functionally illuminating spaces without glare.”
In 1925, Kalmar began selling in Haus und Garten, the forward-looking decor shop founded by Frank and Wlach. By 1931, a close partnership with the Austrian Werkbund association of architects, artists and craftsmen allowed the company to realize its vision of early 20th-century modernity — a distinctly Viennese pairing of traditional workmanship with contemporary technology. These collaborations included chandeliers and other fixtures using traditional materials such as glass, bronze and brass while focusing on function over ornamentation. As the company grew, so too did the scope of its projects, and soon Kalmar was installing extravagant chandeliers for the Vienna State Opera, the Burgtheater, Vienna stock exchange and other sites.
Under the guidance of Rudolf Calice, J.T. Kalmar’s son-in-law, the 1960s saw Kalmar’s popularity grow, thanks in part to the success of more decorative pieces like the ice-glass fixtures created with Austrian sculptor Karl Gruber. Thomas Calice, the great-grandson of Kalmar’s founder, led the company in the 1990s and its expansion to international lighting projects while shifting away from serial production. In 2009, Thomas’s son August Chalice established Kalmar Werkstätten to produce fixtures that reference the Kalmar archives but also feature updates on the iconic designs. Kalmar continues to produce bespoke fixtures while also working on custom lighting projects around the world, from cruise ships to the Burj Khalifa.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage J.T. Kalmar lighting that includes chandeliers, wall lights, floor lamps and other fixtures.
The modern floor lamp is an evolution of torchères — tall floor candelabras that originated in France as a revolutionary development in lighting homes toward the end of the 17th century. Owing to the advent of electricity and the introduction of new materials as a part of lighting design, floor lamps have taken on new forms and configurations over the years.
In the early 1920s, Art Deco lighting artisans worked with dark woods and modern metals, introducing unique designs that still inspire the look of modern floor lamps developed by contemporary firms such as Luxxu.
Popular mid-century floor lamps include everything from the enchanting fixtures by the Italian lighting artisans at Stilnovo to the distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamp created by Scandinavian design pioneer Greta Magnusson-Grossman to the Paracarro floor lamp by the Venetian master glass workers at Mazzega. Among the more celebrated names in mid-century lighting design are Milanese innovators Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, who, along with their eldest brother, Livio, worked for their own firm as architects and designers. While Livio departed the practice in 1952, Achille and Pier Giacomo would go on to design the Arco floor lamp, the Toio floor lamp and more for legendary lighting brands such as FLOS.
Today’s upscale interiors frequently integrate the otherworldly custom lighting solutions created by a wealth of contemporary firms and designers such as Spain’s Masquespacio, whose Wink floor lamps integrate gold as well as fabric fringes.
Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space. Find yours now on 1stDibs.