1960s Kay Kørbing Danish Brass and Glass Pendant Lamps for Lyfa

Rare and amazing ‘Delta’ five pendant lamp adjustable designed by italian Sergio Mazza and produced by Artemide, an architectural signature design by th...

Italian pendant lamp, vintage modern antique, large "Delta" model, designed by Sergio Mazza and produced by Artemide with nickel-plated brass frame, lattimo glass diffuser and molded...

Lampada Italiana a sospensione, vintage di modernariato, modello “Delta” piccolo, disegnata da Sergio Mazza e prodotta da Artemide con struttura in ottone nichelato, diffusore in vet...

Italian Mid-Century Modern design Stilnovo pendant lamp model 1104, eliptical white satin glass diffuser and brass stem, 1950s Please note that the lamp is original of the period an...

Tan France Auction Pick Italian midcentury modern design glass pendant lamp designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte ‘Art glass’ with red, yellow and blue lined striped glass...

Italian midcentury modern design floor lamp model “Clitunno” large version, designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in 1964, stem and structure in brass and diffuser in white opal...

These Lyfa-edition “Saga” wall sconces by Danish architect and designer, Kay Kørbing are true collectors’ pieces. By the 1950s, Lyfa had built an international reputation for original, high-quality, modernist lamps. In the postwar era, the company collaborated with esteemed architects and designers to produce minimalist, sculptural pieces including these lamps. Made of brass, metal, and crystal, the design of this model is entirely in the vein of modernism, while also sticking to the main ideals of Danish design, such as functionality. This can be observed in the lamps’ build that allows them to be faced either up- or downwards. The proportions are carefully thought out, with three main sections comprising the design. The three elements - the brass base, black metal shade holder, and the crystal glass shade - are clearly separated both by their shape, material, and colour. Most eye-catching are the Orrefors crystal glass shades in a peculiar shape that appear to be roll cut. Orrefors has been established in Swedish design tradition since 1898. Glass from the forests of Småland was incomparable: “Il n’y as que ça!” (There is nothing like it!) exclaimed the 1925 Paris World Fair. As these sconces showcase, the glass and shape are always in focus, combined with elegance, simplicity, and confidence. The predominantly round shapes are balanced by the square backplate. The artistic design is very honest in a purely Scandinavian manner, exposing the joinery and the materials’ natural qualities as well. This pair of “Saga” wall sconces is a stunning example of how the 1960s are still able to deliver modern "art" to any interior. The producer, Lyfa, produced some cabin lamps...

Vintage ‘Saga’ wall sconce designed by Danish designer Kay Kørbing for the Danish lamp company Lyfa in the beginning of the 1970s. The glass was most likely made by Orrefors, Sweden....

Very beautiful and rare Danish pendant lamp from the 1960s. The design and the appearance of the lamp is particularly beautiful. The shape creates a wonderful light. Exceptionally...

Pair of wall sconces in outstanding quality, designed by MAA. Kay Kørping for Lyfa Denmark. Great original condition.

Pair of wall sconces in outstanding quality, designed by MAA. Kay Kørping for Lyfa Denmark. Great original condition.

"Divan-2" ceiling light designed by Simon P. Henningsen. Originally designed in 1962 for the Divan-2 restaurant at Tivoli in Copenhagen. Chromed steel with polychrome lacquered insid...