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Mid Century Modern Tension Pole Lamp Atomic Rocket Torpedo Shades 1950 Decor

$925
£694.89
€801.32
CA$1,283.56
A$1,426.32
CHF 747.40
MX$17,491.23
NOK 9,532.71
SEK 8,968.03
DKK 5,980.69
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GORGEOUS! MID CENTURY MODERN "TORPEDO" SHADE ALUMINUM ARTICULATING TENSION POLE LAMP! CIRCA 1958 FITS 8-1/2 FT. CEILING Mid Century Pole lamps are one of the most fun interior design additions one can make to a deserving interior! This GORGEOUS Tension Pole Lamp with "Torpedo" shaped aluminum shades is hard to come by and highly coveted! Decorators love them for their rich look and timeless dramatic illumination they provide to any room! This one has beautiful ebony shades and pole and is well suited to almost any color or decor scheme. It's particularly timeless and while nearly 70 years old is as current as tomorrow! Lamp shows age appropriate wear. Minor dings to the aluminum shades and light wear to the lustrous ebony enamel. These original shades still hold positions marvelously and the paint is still gleaming! Presents beautifully! Gorgeous Atomic Age MCM tension pole lighting for your Eichler home, NY penthouse or Palm Springs atomic ranch!
  • Similar to:
    Stiffel (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 108 in (274.32 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Enameled
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1955
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Peoria, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9080242343822

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