Pair of "Saga" lighting sconces, by Kay Kørbing, Ed. Lyfa, Denmark, circa 1960

Pair of sconces in perspex, brass and black lacquered metal, designed by Royal Lumière and published by Maison Lunel.

Pair of “gouttes” sconces, by Lumica in Barcelona, circa 1970. The sconces feature a structure of polished brass square tubes finished with chrome-plated cabochons. Each sconce suppo...

Gilded and chromed metal. Clear glass drops. Two lights by sconce. Two pairs available. Price for one pair.

Wall lights or ceiling lights by Max Ingrand for Saint Gobain, 10.004 model, made for the lobby of the headquarters to Saint Gobain in Neuilly (France), circa 1960. Circular applies...

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

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...

Pair of gold tone Orrefors glass and brass sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa, signed. Currently corded with switch and euro plug. Easily converted for hardwiring. Brass backplate ...

Pair of wall lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, with brass frames and smoke colored glass shades. Sleek brass forms combine with the soap bubbly lightness of the shades.