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Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

Chinese artist and designer Robert Kuo is known worldwide for his modern furniture and objets d’art that merge ancient tradition and popular decorative styles such as Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Born in Beijing, Kuo moved with his family to Taiwan in 1947. While he never received a formal art education, Kuo gained technical expertise working as an apprentice at his father’s cloisonné workshop from the age of 15.

In 1973, Kuo emigrated to the U.S. and opened his own cloisonné studio in Beverly Hills, California. There, he utilized the time-honored skills he learned with his father for a wide range of uniquely striking vases, sculptures and bowls. His Goldfish bowl — a technical masterpiece of vibrant colors and cloisonné designs that appear to float against a black enamel background — was acquired by the Smithsonian’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery for its permanent collection.

In 1984, Kuo opened a showroom in West Hollywood, where it became a favorite among interior designers for the sculptural and often whimsical coffee tables, stools and table lamps on offer. A year later, Kuo shifted his attention toward repoussé — a technique that sees decorative reliefs hammered onto the surface of metals. Examples of Kuo’s repoussé pieces include his black lacquer Cloud chair and Oval coffee table in antique copper.

In 2014, a retrospective exhibition celebrating Kuo’s 30th anniversary as a designer was held at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles and his New York studio. In 2016, he also hosted an exhibition in his New York studio titled “Robert Kuo Selects: Los Angeles Studio Made, Found and Represented Artists,” showcasing his works as well as pieces by prominent L.A. designers Blackman Cruz, Dana John and JF Chen. In 2019, Italian artist Mattia Biagi’s L.A. exhibition “Metropolitan Sets” included Kuo’s Back Rest chair and brass Facet Seat.

Today, Kuo’s works can be seen at the National History Museum in Taipei, Singapore Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco’s Hotel Palomar, the Las Vegas MGM Grand and the Four Seasons in New York.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Robert Kuo decorative objects, seating, lighting and more.

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Creator: Robert Kuo
Contemporary Black Lacquer Besame Floor Lamp by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Contemporary Black Lacquer Besame Floor Lamp by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Contemporary Black Lacquer Besame Floor Lamp by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Besame Floor Lamp SHADE DIMENSIONS: 24"Top Dia x 26"Bottom Dia x 14 1/2"H Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Lacquered Metal Ivory Silk Shade Limited Edition Each piece is individually cra...

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2010s Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Metal

Helix Floor Lamp, Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Helix Floor Lamp, Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Helix Floor Lamp, Black Copper by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Helix floor lamp Black copper Hand repoussé Linen shade Limited edition Repousse´ is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief on...

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21st Century and Contemporary Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Copper

Contemporary Lotus Pod Torchiere in Repoussé Brass by Robert Kuo, Limited
Contemporary Lotus Pod Torchiere in Repoussé Brass by Robert Kuo, Limited

Contemporary Lotus Pod Torchiere in Repoussé Brass by Robert Kuo, Limited

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lotus Pod Torchiere Brass Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Contemporary Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative...

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2010s Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Brass

Pillow Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition
Pillow Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition

Pillow Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Handmade, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pillow floor lamp Black lacquer Hand repousse Silk shade (26" diameter) Limited edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates ba...

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2010s Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Lacquer

Contemporary Black Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Contemporary Black Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Contemporary Black Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Torchiere Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Lacquered Metal Limited Edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at...

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2010s Minimalist Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Metal

Contemporary Cream Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Contemporary Cream Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Contemporary Cream Lacquer Torchiere by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Torchiere Cream Lacquer Hand Repoussé Lacquered Metal Limited Edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at...

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Metal

Contemporary Pleats Design Floor Lamp in Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo
Contemporary Pleats Design Floor Lamp in Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo

Contemporary Pleats Design Floor Lamp in Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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2010s Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Copper

Contemporary "O" Floor Lamp in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Contemporary "O" Floor Lamp in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

Contemporary "O" Floor Lamp in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"O" Floor Lamp Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Steel Base Limited Edition Contemporary Natural Silk Shade Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that ...

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2010s Robert Kuo Floor Lamps

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Lacquer

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Robert Kuo floor lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

Robert Kuo floor lamps are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Robert Kuo floor lamps, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider floor lamps by Estudio Persona, Oma Light Design, and LLOT LLOV. Prices for Robert Kuo floor lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,900 and can go as high as $5,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.

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