1960 Tommi Parzinger Original Floor Lamp
View Similar Items
1960 Tommi Parzinger Original Floor Lamp
About the Item
- Creator:Tommi Parzinger (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 62 in (157.48 cm)Diameter: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Great condition. Original.
- Seller Location:Hudson, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9264834833
Tommi Parzinger
German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.
Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair.
A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.
His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”
While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.
In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.
- Tommi Parzinger Lamp #27 Iron Floor Torchere for Parzinger Originals, 1950sBy Tommi ParzingerLocated in Bridgeport, CTDesigned by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals in the 1950s. A tall iron torchiere with four faux candles in antiqued finish. The standard with shaped details on the top, middle...Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
MaterialsIron
- Rare Floor Lamp by Tommi ParzingerBy Lightolier, Tommi ParzingerLocated in Ft Lauderdale, FLRare floor lamp by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier. Six-arm, nickel-plated steel, trident-style with original shades. 1960s limited production in fantastic condition.Category
20th Century American Modern Floor Lamps
MaterialsSteel
- Vintage Tommi Parzinger Gilt Metal Floor LampBy Tommi ParzingerLocated in LOS ANGELES, CAVintage Tommi Parzinger gilt metal floor lamp Additional information: Material: Metal Color: Gold Brand: Tommi Parzinger Designer: Tommi Parzinger Period: 1960s Place of Or...Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
MaterialsMetal
- Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp for Parzinger OriginalsBy Tommi ParzingerLocated in Pawtucket, RIWhimsical enameled steel floor lamp by Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, circa 1960. The enameling on the steel standard gives the appearance the metal is covered in silver leaf. In...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
MaterialsSteel
- Tommi Parzinger Rare Bronze Floor Lamp with Iconic FinialBy Tommi ParzingerLocated in Miami, FLA rare floor lamp by Tommi Parzinger. Slender form on a tripod base and crowned by his most iconic finial.Category
Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps
MaterialsBronze
- Brass Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Style Trumpet Form Floor LampBy Tommi ParzingerLocated in Stamford, CTA brass Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger style trumpet form floor lamp. The height of lamp is measured from top of ball to the base. This standing lamp comes without a shade and is ...Category
Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps