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Brass and Frosted Glass Table Lamp, Denmark ca 1940s
$4,400per set
£3,336.51per set
€3,860.50per set
CA$6,219.56per set
A$6,933.61per set
CHF 3,616.17per set
MX$83,843.47per set
NOK 45,456.97per set
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DKK 28,814.70per set
About the Item
This Danish brass and frosted glass table lamp, dating back to the 1940s, reflects the elegance and refinement of early modern Scandinavian lighting design. In the period between Art Deco and the rise of mid-century modernism, Danish designers were experimenting with forms that combined decorative flair with growing functional clarity. At the same time, some pieces, like this exceptional table lamp, maintained elements from decades’ past movements, such as the fluidity of Art Nouveau and the glamour of Art Deco.
This lamp stands firmly in Danish design lineage, balancing sculptural presence with practical light diffusion, and embodying the craftsmanship and material honesty that became hallmarks of Nordic design. Inspired by nature, the design features flowing, curved shapes, effortlessly integrating structure with ornamentation. The lamp’s most distinctive element is its frosted glass shade, shaped in a wide, undulating form that diffuses the light with a soft, atmospheric glow. The rippling edges give the piece a sense of movement, almost floral in character, while the textured glass enriches the play of light and shadow. Below, the brass stem is detailed with a spiral twist, a refined decorative element that adds rhythm and verticality without overpowering the composition. The polished brass surface offers warmth and contrast to the frosted translucence above, anchoring the lamp on a circular brass base. The design, both stable and elegantly proportioned, ensures that it works seamlessly as a functional light source while also serving as a sculptural accent in a room.
This lamp encapsulates the transitional moment of Danish design in the mid-20th century, bridging ornament and restraint. Its combination of brass and glass, decorative detail and functional purpose, reflects the enduring appeal of Scandinavian craftsmanship, where beauty was always tied to utility.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been rewired.
Dimensions:
13.38 in ø x 18.89 in H
34 cm ø x 48 cm H
- Dimensions:Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Diameter: 13.39 in (34 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:ca 1940s
- Condition:Rewired: The lamp has recently been rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202531071stDibs: LU2947346405422
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