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Curt Fischer Task Lamps for Midgard, 1920

About the Item

wonderful 1920s articulating table-mounted desk lamps by Curt Fischer for Midgard in original grey-green hammer finish and on/off turn switch on the shade, arm lengths of the smaller lamp 18" & 12", arm lengths of the taller lamp 22" and 16", can be wall mounted, marked. One E27 socket per fixture, max. wattage 75w each, wired for US standards or European standards (110v/220v), bulb provided as a onetime courtesy (US only). Priced individually.
  • Creator:
    Midgard (Manufacturer),Curt Fischer (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 46 in (116.84 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v,220-240v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Bauhaus (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Enameled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: One E27 socket per fixture, max. wattage 75w each, wired for US standards. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU848736818042

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