Cedric Hartman stated that the sole purpose of his floor lamps and table lamps was illumination, not noticeability. The result of this function-first philosophy has been a masterful collection of subtle mid-century modern and modern lighting fixtures that shine with simple but undeniable beauty. Hartman brought the same approach to his sleek and elegant side tables, which can blend into space while elevating an interior.
Hartman was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1929. In the late 1940s, he began a career as an architect; it was put on pause while he served in the Korean War. After the war, he spent time in Chicago, Paris and New York studying art and design. Hartman moved to Omaha in the early 1960s and started designing lamps. His dream was to create a lamp that would provide ample lighting without any imposition on a room.
Hartman’s ambitions were realized in 1966 with the design of the 1UWV floor lamp. While sleek lamp designs are easier to make today due to LED technology, Hartman’s lamp was revolutionary for its time. The slim and unimposing metal lamp with its thin triangular shade contrasted with the bold, bulky and decorative lights of the day.
The 1UWV lamp was an instant success. It was acquired by the Museum of Modern Art in New York and displayed in its 1967 “Recent Acquisitions: Design Collection” exhibition. It also became a favorite of architects and decorators and was featured prominently in design magazines.
Hartman created many more floor and table lamp designs, including the 1H floor lamp, another low-profile luminaire added to the Museum of Modern Art collections. In 1968, Hartman began designing sofas, and in 1973, he branched out into table design.
While the 1UWV floor lamp remains his most famous work, Hartman’s illustrious furniture career spans over 40 years of thoughtful design.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Cedric Hartman lighting and tables.
1970's Cedric Hartman Model 1MUWV Brass Low Profile Floor Lamp Luminaire
By Cedric Hartman
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful original brass adjustable Cedric Hartman lamp. Has a great patina and can be polished if you desire to do so. Signed on the bottom of the base. This is a model #1MUWV and t...
Brass
Cedric Hartman 1UWV Brass & Chrome Reading Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in New York, NY
Cedric Hartman 1UWV Brass & Chrome Reading Floor Lamp. Excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Brass is tarnished but would shine up easily. Signed twice on bott...
Brass, Chrome
Cedric Hartman 91 CO Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cedric Hartman Floor Lamp 1980s production Chrome over Brass Impressed Makers Mark
Nickel, Chrome
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Cedric Hartman Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp, Polished Bronze, 1960s
By Cedric Hartman
Located in San Diego, CA
Bring timeless sophistication into your space with this stunning Cedric Hartman polished bronze floor lamp, a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern design. Crafted in the USA circa 1960s...
Brass
$8,500 / set
Cedric Hartman Pair of Floor Lamps Chrome 1970s
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Miami, FL
These Cedric Hartman in chrome reading floor lamps are an exquisite blend of timeless design and functional elegance. Crafted from high-quality brass, their slender yet sturdy frame ...
Chrome
Pair of Cedric Hartman Low Profile MOMA Floor Luminaire 1H, 1966
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Cedric Hartman Low Profile MOMA Floor Luminaire 1H, 1966 A pair of Cedric Hartman Low Profile Floor Luminaires, designed in 1966. Suitable for placement beside a chair, sofa,...
Brass, Chrome
Nickel Plated Desk Lamp by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
A nickel plated desk lamp designed by Cedric Hartman.
Nickel
Pair Vintage Cedric Hartman 'Swivel' Brass Floor Lamps Signed/Numbered
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Sharon, CT
The classic, and ultra high quality adjustable (36" to 42") floor lamps, with lucite dimmer switch.
Brass
$3,000 / item
Cedric Hartman Chrome Desk Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, the chrome desk lamp by Cedric Hartman is an enduring design classic. The modernist lamp features a triangular chrome shade attached to a curved stem that offe...
Chrome
Cedric Hartman 10CO Adjustable Floor Lamp, 2000
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Chicago, IL
Cedric Hartman 10CO adjustable floor lamp, 2000. Original condition, beautiful patina. Floor lamp works great.
Brass
Cedric Hartman Chrome Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in New York, NY
A rare and early floor lamp by Cedric Hartman, Model #22H, featuring a curved arm and V-shaped base. This model is out of production. Crafted of polished chrome with signature spher...
Bronze, Chrome
Cedric Hartman Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Miami, FL
Cedric Hartman Bronze finish floor lamp.
Brass, Bronze
1970's Cedric Hartman Model 1MUWV Brass Low Profile Floor Lamp Luminaire
By Cedric Hartman
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful original brass adjustable Cedric Hartman lamp. Has a great patina and can be polished if you desire to do so. Signed on the bottom of the base. This is a model #1MUWV and t...
Brass
Early Cedric Hartman Brass and Chrome Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
An early adjustable height floor lamp with rotating hood by Cedric Hartman. Chrome and brass with nice patina. Height 49" at tallest.
Brass
Early Floor Lamp by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
An early brass and chrome articulating floor lamp by Cedric Hartman.
Brass
1H Floor Lamp by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in New York, NY
1H Floor Lamp by Cedric Hartman made in the USA, 1968. The lamp is comprised of brass and chrome-plated metal.
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Cedric Hartman Brass and Stainless Steel Floor Lamps
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, these brass and stainless steel floor lamps by Cedric Hartman are an enduring design classic. The modernist floor lamps feature triangular brass shades attache...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$8,500 / set
Pair of Bronze Table Lamps by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully patinated pair of bronze/brass table lamps designed by Cedric Hartman.
Bronze
Cedric Hartman Brass and Chrome Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
An adjustable height floor lamp with rotating hood by Cedric Hartman.
Brass
Cedric Hartman Chrome Pharmacy Floor Lamp, modernist 1970s
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this chrome floor lamp by Cedric Hartman is an enduring design classic. The modernist floor lamp features a chrome dome shade that offers focused task lighting...
Aluminum, Chrome
Cedric Hartman Model 1UWV Chrome Floor Lamps - Pair, Adjustable
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A pair of mid century modern chrome floor lamps by Cedric Hartman, model 1UWV. Clean, functional design with adjustable height and directional shades for focused reading light. Poli...
Chrome
Chrome Cedric Hartman Adjustable Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s chrome Cedric Hartman adjustable floor lamp. Lamp is sign and numbered. In original vintage condition, chrome show minor wear consistent with age. Wired for US. New clear wi...
Chrome
Cedric Hartman Chrome Desk Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed Cedric Hartman chrome desk lamp.
Chrome
Cedric Hartman Parallel Bar Brass and Stainless Steel Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this brass and stainless steel floor lamp by Cedric Hartman is an enduring design classic. The modernist lamp features a triangular brass shade attached to two...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Pair of Cedric Hartman T Base Parallel Bar Brass and Stainless Steel Floor Lamps
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, the brass and stainless steel floor lamps by Cedric Hartman are an enduring design classic. The modernist lamps feature triangular brass shades attached to two...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Cedric Hartman Stainless Steel Parallel Bar Pharmacy Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, the stainless floor lamp by Cedric Hartman is an enduring design classic. The modernist floor lamp features a stainless steel dome shade, that offers focused t...
Stainless Steel
Stunning Pr of Cedric Hartman Chromium Floor Lamps Style CO91
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning pair of Cedric Hartman Chromium lamps we recently acquired out of a prominent interior designers estate who loved Mr Hartman’s work. These lamps were acquired, along with ...
Steel, Chrome
Extremely Rare Pair of Signed Solid Bronze Swiveling Cedric Hartman Floor Lamps
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A truly unique and rare pair of bronze swivel lamps by Cedric Hartman. These lamps were purchased from a local estate and the Gentleman had contacted Mr. Hartman who confirmed that h...
Bronze, Stainless Steel
$8,400 / set
Pair of Chrome Table Lamps by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of chrome Cedric Hartman table lamps.
Chrome
Cedric Hartman Parallel Bar Brass and Stainless Steel Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in the 1970s, this brass and stainless steel floor lamp by Cedric Hartman is an enduring design classic. The modernist lamp features a triangular brass shade attached to two...
Brass, Stainless Steel