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Design Technics Tall Ceramic Table Lamp with Walnut Base
$3,400
£2,572.33
€2,968.87
CA$4,748.85
A$5,279.82
CHF 2,763.67
MX$64,755.22
NOK 35,188.46
SEK 33,222.08
DKK 22,154.69
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A striking mid-century ceramic table lamp by Design Technics, featuring a tall ribbed body finished in their distinctive KT matte glaze. The form is capped with a walnut neck and rests on a flared walnut base, creating a warm contrast to the cool, earthy glaze. The tactile surface and sculptural silhouette are hallmarks of Lee Rosen's work, who served as principal designer for Design Technics in the 1950s-1970s.
Founded in Greenwich Village in the 1940s, Design Technics quickly became a cornerstone of American studio modernism, offering handmade ceramic lighting, tables, architectural tiles, and decorative objects. Their work bridged craft and modern architecture, appealing to leading designers and architects of the mid-century period. Pieces were often commissioned for high-end interiors, including hotels, office buildings, and modernist homes.
Lee Rosen's contributions to Design Technics helped define their signature style-often combining wheel-thrown stoneware forms with carved or slip-trailed decoration and richly textured glazes. In addition to lighting, the studio produced sculptural objects, tables, and even architectural façades, reflecting the era's fascination with organic form and tactile materials.
This example remains in very good vintage condition, rewired and ready for use. The large-scale shade shown is original but in rough shape and not included unless requested. If desired, we can provide exact measurements to have a similar shade reproduced. Due to its size and fragility, we recommend double boxing or blanket-wrapped delivery for safe transport.
Measurements:
• Overall height with shade: 40.5 inches
Height from base to socket: 27 inches
• Ceramic portion alone: 9 inches diameter x 17.25 inches tall
A strong and rare form from one of the most sophisticated American studio workshops of the postwar era.
Condition: very good vintage condition with minimal wear. The glaze shows subtle natural variation and surface texture inherent to studio ceramics of the period
- Creator:Design Technics (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Kilmarnock, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU883045844702
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