In Dutch, “raak” means “to hit” or “to hit the nail on the head.” Lighting company RAAK certainly accomplished that with its unique mid-century modern designs of futuristic, Space Age metal lamps, pendants and other lighting creations.
RAAK was founded in 1954 by Carel O. Lockhorn (1923–2004), a former employee of the Philips Lighting company in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. Under the tagline “Illuminated Architecture,” RAAK focused on producing elegant, sophisticated and modern lighting that would blend seamlessly with high-concept interiors.
During the 1960s, one of RAAK’s most well-known designs came from its in-house designer, Frank Ligtelijn, who created the Globe 2000 series of glass and chrome floor lamps, pendants and wall lights. Another key collaboration was with Dutch artist and glassmaker Willem van Oyen, who produced the iconic Chartres wall lights in 1964. Van Oyen’s Brutalist design evoked melted paintings and was inspired by the stained glass windows in the Chartres Cathedral in France.
In the 1970s, RAAK worked with several influential international artists, such as Italian designers Sergio Asti, Giotto Stoppino and Cesare Casati and Emanuele Ponzio, and Finnish designers Maija Liisa Komulainen (best known for her metallic, cylindrical Fuga lamp) and Tapio Wirkkala, creator of the handblown crystal Suomi pendant lamps.
Through the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, RAAK enjoyed enormous success throughout Europe and worldwide for its modern lamps and decorative lighting. In 1974, Lockhorn sold RAAK to the furniture company ITT but remained its director until 1977. In 1980, RAAK merged with BIS Lighting and was renamed BISRAAK. Then, in 1999, the company entered into another merger, this time with Artilite B.V. and Indoor B.V., and became the Center for Light Architecture. It declared bankruptcy in 2011.
RAAK lighting continues to be highly coveted today among interior designers and avid vintage furniture collectors.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of vintage RAAK lighting, decorative objects and more.
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"Globe" Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, 1960's
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in Lisboa, PT
This floor lamp, model Globe, was designed in the late fifties by Frank Ligtelijn, a jewellery designer, for Raak, in Holland. It was a big success and they were produced for many years. The glass globe of this Raak globe floor lamp...
Metal
Globe D-2000 floor lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam, 1960's
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The 'Globe D-2000' floor lamp was designed by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam in the late 1950's. It has a classical smoked glass globe, with an aluminum reflector and lamp holder...
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
“Saturnus” Floor or Table Lamp by Raak, The Netherlands 1971
By RAAK
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
An eye-catching table or floor lamp, model “Saturnus”. It is manufactured by Raak in the Netherlands in 1971. This rare piece was produced only in that year, and is therefore real...
Metal
Minimalist Articulating Floor Lamp By Raak, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Skokie, IL
Classic articulating floor lamp by RAAK Holland, 1960. The lamps is in brushed aluminum and steel. Additional information: Dimensions: 7.5" W x 15" D x 52.5" H
Aluminum, Steel
Zodiac D-2080 floor lamp by Ton A.C. Alberts for Raak, The Netherlands 1960's
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This Zodiac D-2080 floor lamp is a design by architect Ton A.C. Alberts for Raak in the 1960's. Alberts was a Dutch architect who is best known for his organic architecture based on ...
Aluminum
Rare Large RAAK ‘Light Sculpture’ Table Floor Lamp by Maurice Grothausen, 1960
By Maurice Grothausen, RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare RAAK ‘Light Sculpture’ table floor lamp in very good condition. The lamp consists of four anodized aluminum tubes, they all have a different shape and can be exchanged amo...
Aluminum
Evert Jelle Jelles Eclipse floor lamp RAAK Amsterdam The Netherlands 1964
By Evert Jelle Jelles, RAAK
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Striking and sculptural, this “Eclipse” floor lamp was designed by Evert Jelle Jelles and manufactured by RAAK in Amsterdam, The Netherlands 1964. A hallmark of mid-century Dutch des...
Metal, Aluminum
Stunning Rare "Zodiak" Lamp by Architect Ton Alberts for Raak Lighting Amsterdam
By Anton Alberts 1, RAAK
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautifully elegant and rare Zodiak floor lamp, model D2080, designed early 1960's by Dutch architect Ton Alberts for dutch avant-garde lighting comp...
Opal, Aluminum
Mid-Century Floor Lamp D-2003 By Jan Jaspers For Raak Amsterdam Netherlands 1950
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Illuminate Your Space with Vintage Elegance: Jan Jaspers' Mid-Century Floor Lamp for Raak Amsterdam Description: Step into the timeless elegance of mid-century design with the Jan J...
Metal
Mid Century Cantharel Table Lamp Set by Maija Liisa Komulainen for Raak, 1970s
By Maija Liisa Komulainen, RAAK
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Set of stunning ''Cantharel'' table lamps designed by Maija Liisa Komulainen for RAAK Amsterdam, circa 1970. It may be obvious the name of the lamp refers to the ''Cantharel'' mu...
Aluminum
$3,343
Rare Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
This rare desk lamp, produced by RAAK in the 1970s, showcases a striking and modernist design that epitomizes the era's innovative approach to lighting. Its cylindrical brushed metal...
Metal
RAAK D2300 Tube Floor Lamp the Netherlands, 1960
By RAAK
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare and oversized floor lamp model D2300 designed and manufactured by RAAK Amsterdam, The Netherlands 1960. This cool and oversized look floor l...
Metal, Aluminum
$1,194Sale Price|20% Off
RAAK Amsterdam Adjustable Floor Lamp 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice adjustable floor lamp. Black cast iron base, chrome on steel upright Beautiful brand new shade, comes with the original top on the shade, By turning the knob on top. You...
Chrome
Big Floor Lamp Model 'Shantung' with Fabric Shade by RAAK, Netherlands, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This tall floor lamp, model Shantung or D-2163.14, by RAAK is in a good to very good condition. It has a chromed metal base and his original cream colored Shantung fabric shade.
Chrome
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, Floor Lamp with Adjustable Globe, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, floor lamp with adjustable globe, 1960s.
Metal, Chrome
Dark Green Garden Lamp for RAAK in Excellent Condition, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This stunning aluminum garden lamp is a very cool design, made by RAAK in the 1970s, 20 available. It has a dark green angular reflector, cast from 1 piece and a solid black foot. Al...
Aluminum, Metal
Expressive RAAK D-3202 Aluminium and Chrome Floor Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Voorburg, NL
Expressive floor lamp manufactured by RAAK Amsterdam in the 1960s. Very nice chrome and aluminum accents. Original version with original label and numbered RAAK D...
Aluminum, Chrome
Raak Multicolored Glass Table Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Raak multicolored glass table lamp.
Metal
Huge RAAK Ceiling Mount Cascade Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Impressive 1970s cascading chandelier by RAAK, Netherlands. Six large smoke glass globe pendants in different sizes that can be adjusted individually. The sizes of the individual g...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass and Brown by RAAK Amsterdam
By RAAK
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This floor lamp by famous Dutch light manufacturer RAAK Amsterdam has three lights that can be turned in about every direction, making it ideal for corners that need both uplighting ...
Brass, Steel
1/6 Small ‘Licht-Drops’ Globe Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Small ‘Light-drops’ Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam in very good condition. Six available. Handblown glass 18 cm. (7 Inch) globe with a teardrop pattern trapped inside the glass. The p...
Chrome, Metal
$2,210 / set
H 7.49 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Set of Two RAAK Octavo Wall Lamps or Sconces by RAAK, Netherlands, 1970s
By RAAK
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two award winning minimalistic and elegant Mid-Century Modern Oktavo two-flamed wall lamps or sconces. Model C-1542. Designed and manufactured by RAAK, Netherlands, 1970s. ...
Metal
1/6 Beautiful ‘Licht-Drops’ Globe Pendant by RAAK Amsterdam, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful ‘Light-drops’ pendant by RAAK Amsterdam in very good condition. Six available. Handblown glass 25 cm. (9.85 Inch) globe with a teardrop pattern trapped inside the glass....
Chrome, Metal
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, Floor Lamp with Adjustable Globe, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, floor lamp with adjustable globe, 1960s.
Metal, Chrome
$8,184
H 24.41 in W 16.54 in D 12.6 in
Sculptural Table Lamp or Floor Light 'Bruco' by Giovanni Banci, 1960s, Italy
By Giovanni Banci
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern light sculpture / table or floor lamp 'Bruco'. Designed by Giovanni Banci, Firenze, Italy, 1960s. Executed in massi...
Chrome, Steel
Impressive Saturnus Chandelier by RAAK Amsterdam, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive RAAK Amsterdam chandelier. Marked: RAAK Amsterdam. Globes: Eight hand blown “Light Drops” globes with a teardrop pattern trapped inside the glass. Ring: Black metal w...
Metal, Chrome
$417 / item
H 11.03 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
RAAK Amsterdam Maxi Globe M Pendant Lamps, The Netherlands 1965
By RAAK
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice pendant lamps model Maxi Globe designed and made by Raak Amsterdam, The Netherlands 1965. These pendants have a brass base carrying a smoked glass shade. This beautiful lam...
Brass
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK 'Globe' Pendants
By Peill & Putzler, Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK Amsterdam by Peill & Putzle, B 1040-20 'Globe' Pendants, glass and aluminum, Netherlands, 1970s. Striking pendants d...
Aluminum
Raak Amsterdam Frank Ligtelijn Globe Pendants 1960s Dutch
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in Den Haag, NL
We hereby offer our Raak Globe pendant lamps (THE LARGE VERSION), in good condition, designed by Frank Ligtelijn in the 1960s. The globe, with its smoked Grey glass sphere produced ...
Smoked Glass
Mid-Century German Minimalist Tripod Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-century floor lamp with a special base and shade. The special detail of this lamp is the simple tripod base. The drum-shaped shade is covered with a heavy jute material. It can ...
Metal
One Large Wooden Table or Floor Lamp, Birma
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two beautiful old antique wooden stock pots from Burma converted in the 1970s into lamps. Measures: Diameter wooden base 36 cm. Height base without socket 46 cm. Shades are not in...
Brass
Jan Hoogervorst Floor Lamp, The Netherlands, circa 1955
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
58" tall floor light by Jan Hoogervorst (1918-1984). Comprised of brass, lacquered brass and iron and red painted aluminum this lamp a beautiful exa...
Brass, Iron, Aluminum
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H 47 in W 10 in D 10 in
Raak ‘Globe 2000’ Floor Lamp in Smoked Glass Designed by Frank Ligtelijn, 1950's
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning RAAK "Globe 2000" floor lamp. Light has a black enameled base and a telescoping tubular chrome stem. Designed by jewelry designer Frank Ligtelijn in the late fifties (althou...
Metal, Chrome, Steel
RAAK Amsterdam Acrylic and Chrome Arc Floor Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning Arc floor lamp made by RAAK. Made in Amsterdam, Netherlands in the 1970s. It features an acrylic shade, lucite details on shade, and chrome body. The Arc of the lamp is quit...
Chrome
Set of Two "Raak" Glass Globe Floor Lamps 1960s by Frank Ligtelijn
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern set of two Floor lamps with crystal clear blown natural glass, light brown tinted, equipped with internal reflector made of brushed aluminum. globe rests in ring-sh...
Chrome
Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s, Amsterdam ft. an adjustable head. This piece is in good vintage condition
Metal
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H 68.9 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Glass floorlamp "Globe 2000" by F. Ligtelijn for RAAK Amsterdam, 1960
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in The Hague, NL
This beautiful 'Globe D-2000' floor lamp was designed by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam in the late 1950's. It has a smoked glass globe, (no chips) with an aluminum reflector and...
Metal, Chrome
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H 47.25 in Dm 11.82 in
Raak Amsterdam Vintage Dutch design Globe Floor lamp Frank Ligtelijn Raak, 1960
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Oirlo, LI
Raak Globe floor lamp designed by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak in 1960. A clear glass sphere containing a light metal aluminum reflector on a chromed...
Chrome
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H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Floor Lamp "Globe 2000" by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1960
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in DE MEERN, NL
2 / 2 Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the "GLOBE 2000" Vintage Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK AMSTERDAM Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of mid-century des...
Metal, Chrome
RAAK Globe Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn, 1960s
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Oirlo, LI
Raak Globe floor lamp designed by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak in 1960. A clear glass sphere containing a light metal aluminum reflector on a chrom...
Aluminum, Chrome
Globe Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK Amsterdam, 1960s
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Timeless floor lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak. The lamp consists of an adjustable chrome bar, a three legged star shaped base and a smoked glass globe. Create a warm feeling in any space with this iconic lamp...
Metal
Mid-Century Globe Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak, 1960s
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Timeless floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak. Consists of an adjustable chrome bar, a three legged star shaped base and a smoked glass globe....
Metal
Raak Globe Floorlamp Frank Ligtelijn 1960s Dutch
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Den Haag, NL
What a very nice Design by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam Model Globe Smoked Glass shade inside a pierced Aluminum lamp holder .adjustable Chrome upright on a Star shaped feet...
Smoked Glass
E.Jelle Jelles Eclipse Lamp, 1964
By Evert Jelle Jelles, RAAK
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Evert Jelle Jelles floor lamp made in 1964 for Raak Amsterdam. The lamp is adjustable in height and the lampshade can be turned in various directions. M...
Aluminum