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David Wurster Double Head Brass Desk Lamp with Barrel Shades, C. 1950

$2,500
£1,874.49
€2,173.20
CA$3,488.88
A$3,896.76
CHF 2,024.88
MX$47,454.72
NOK 25,720.45
SEK 24,236.08
DKK 16,214.69
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About the Item

David Wurster articulating two head brass desk lamp. Featuring finely crafted directional lighting with two adjustable arms, four ball sockets, two natural linen shades, rounded base. Shades (5 H x 5 D top x 6 D bottom). Early. Modernist. Rarity. Unmarked
  • Creator:
    David Wurster (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Newly replaced knobs. Rewired: Newly rewired with Black braided cloth cord. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. In original condition with overall patination to brass. Please note that shades show wear, replacement may beneficial.
  • Seller Location:
    Bainbridge, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 114331519C0SM0512251stDibs: LU913914026832

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