Lyfa, Sizable Minimalist Wall Sconce, Galvanized Steel, Denmark, c. 1960s

A sizable wall light. Designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s-1960s. In brass.  

A pair of “Østerport" wall lights / sconces in copper / black lacquered metal designed by Bent Karlby, produced by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s. Maker's label present. Configured with pl...

A pair of functionalist / minimalist wall lights / sconces. Designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s. Other designers of the period include Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Paavo ...

A pair of orange-lacquered aluminum wall lights designed by Bent Karlby and produced by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.75”  H x 1.8”  W x 3.5” D Back Plate Di...

A pair of wall lights, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s. In glass and galvanized steel.  

A pair of brass, red beige lacquered metal and opaline glass wall lights, designed by Bent Karlby and produced by Lyfa, Denmark, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 5.2...

Sculptural brass wall sconce: Lyfa 'Gothic' II designed anonymously in the mid-1960s. Measurements: Height 11 inches (28 cm), width 8.25 inches (20.5 cm). We provide free worldwide s...

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...

Gothic III sconce manufactured by Lyfa, Denmark in the 1960s. This piece of Scandinavian design is made of brushed solid brass that accentuates the three horizontal crests. The sconc...

Scandinavian midcentury modern wall sconce manufactured by Orrefors and Lyfa in the 1960s. Circular textured art glass on shiny brass plate mount. Beautiful vintage condition. Rewir...

This fantastic Gothic III wall lamp was designed for Lyfa in the 1960's. It has a solid brass triplet shade, in the shape of the gothic architectural style that flourished throughout...

A pair of decorative wall lights by LYFA that project beautiful sculptural light on the wall. The lights are made of brass and green lacquered surfaces. They are manufactured by ...