Mid-Century Big Glass Pedant by Napako, 1960s
View Similar Items
Mid-Century Big Glass Pedant by Napako, 1960s
About the Item
- Creator:Napako (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Praha, CZ
- Reference Number:Seller: MV 11261stDibs: LU2456328530962
Napako
Napako was initially established in 1919 in Prague with the purpose of helping private companies with metalworking solutions for building projects. The Czech manufacturer later pivoted to producing appliances and lighting, a change that yielded partnerships with esteemed designers such as electrician and furniture maker Josef Hurka and Miroslav Prokop between the 1930s and 1970s.
Napako’s chrome-plated desk lamps and flush mounts were often characterized by the influence of the Bauhaus, a progressive German design school that promoted a union of art, craft and technology. Many of the brand’s interesting lighting fixtures incorporated milk glass and opaline glass and later featured venturesome forms and lacquered metal housings in lively Pop art colors. Today vintage Napako table lamps, floor lamps and chandeliers are rare and highly collectible works of Space Age and mid-century modernist ingenuity.
Hurka and Helena Frantová were the superstars on Napako’s roster of designers. Initially an electrical appliance designer, Hurka changed course to work on lighting design after Napako discontinued its production of appliances.
For much of the 20th century, industrial and furniture designers in the Eastern Bloc created their work in near anonymity — including in the former Czechoslovakia, where communist ideologies ran counter to capitalist ideas like branding and acclaim.
Although for a brief and shining moment, in 1958, the country’s designers gained global renown when Czechoslovakia won best national pavilion at the Brussels World’s Fair, their artistry was soon shrouded again behind the Iron Curtain.
Hurka’s table lamps for Napako were presented as part of the prize-winning Czech Pavilion at the 1958 World Expo in Brussels, which was the first World’s Fair after World War II. Frantová frequently created torch-shaped table lamps with spindly bodies in chromed steel or brass for the likes of Okolo as well as Napako.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Napako lighting.
- Midcentury Glass Pedant by Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Praha, CZMade in Czechoslovakia Made of glass Cable compatible with USA 1x E27 or E26 bulb Polished Fully functional Good original condition. Height adjustable.Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsGlass
- Midcentury Glass Pedant by Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Praha, CZMade in Czechoslovakia Made of glass Cable compatible with USA 1x E27 or E26 bulb Polished Fully functional Good original condition. Height adjustable.Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsGlass
- Midcentury Set of 2 Glass Pedants by Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Praha, CZMade in Czechoslovakia Made of glass Cable compatible with USA 1x E27 or E26 bulb Polished Fully functional Good original condition. Height adjustable.Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMilk Glass
- Midcentury Glass Pedant by Napako, 1960sLocated in Praha, CZMade in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, brass With aged patina US wiring compatible 1xE27 or E26 bulb Re-polished Fully Functional Good original condition.Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsGlass
- Mid-Century Chandelier by Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Praha, CZ6-flamming chandelier made in Czechoslovakia by Napako in 1960s. Very good original condition. Two separate circuits: 3+3x40W, E25-E27 bulbs US wiring compatibleCategory
Vintage 1960s Czech Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Mid-Century glass and brass pendant by Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Praha, CZ- 4-flamming - marked by maker - Very good original condition. - Two separate circuits - US wiring compatible - height can be lenghtened jrCategory
Vintage 1960s Czech Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Mid-Century Patterned Ceiling Lamp from Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Żory, PL- Ceiling light dating made in the 1960s. - Features a patterned glass shade. - Made in former Czechoslovakia by Napako. - The lamp is fully functional and requires three E27 bulb...Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsGlass
- Opaline Glass Lamp from Napako, 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Poznań, PLAn impressive pendant made of thick white opaline glass in excellent condition. A most unique structure of the glass lampshade giving a diffused light effect. The light is hanging fr...Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsSteel
- Tall Pendant In White Glass, Napako, Czechoslovakia 1960sBy NapakoLocated in Zohor, SKThis is a beautiful, tall pendant produced by Napako company in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. The pendant design is elegant and clean with typical Mid-century design on the white glass sh...Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsSteel, Stainless Steel
$238 Sale Price48% Off - Model 81501 Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hurka for Napako, 1960sBy Napako, Josef HurkaLocated in Poznań, PLA unique hanging lamp produced by Napako, designed by Josef Hůrka, a renowned lighting designer, during the 60's. Five round opaline glass lampshades, 20 cm in diameter. A diffused...Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsSteel
- Opaline Glass Lamp by NapakoBy Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Napako, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Peill & Putzler, Aloys F. GangkofnerLocated in München, DEExceptionally beautiful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp emits a very pleasant, warm light. Wonderful shape and a timeless classic. Manufacturer: Napako Condition: Very good ...Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Brussels Styled Ceiling Lamps, 1950s-1960s from NapakoBy NapakoLocated in Vienna, AustriaShown are four examples of specially designed ceiling lamps for hotels in Czechoslovakia. The special part of these ceiling lamps is the mount. They fit the glass plates fairly clos...Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsArt Glass
$835 Sale Price20% Off