Modern Art table lamp by Yki Nummi for Stockmann-Orno, 1955

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Pair of 1960s Yki Nummi red table lamps for Orno, Finland. Executed in red and black painted metal and chrome. Manufacturer's stamp in metal. A striking yet minimalistic pair of table lamps designed by Nummi in the mid-1960s. The shades can be adjusted up or down. Price is for the pair. Also available in a slightly larger pair as well as a smaller single lamp. Literature ref. Charlotte & Peter Fiell "Decorative Art 60s," Taschen 2000, p. 449 Professionally rewired with black cloth cord, new medium base socket, period style in-line on/off switch and US wall plug. Lamp can accommodate a single 75 watt max bulb (lower with incandescent). Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing available from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Yki Nummi (1925-1984) is considered one of the most remarkable midcentury Scandinavian designers. He worked as lighting designer for the Finnish Stockmann-Orno Luminaire factory from 1950-1975 and designed hundreds of light fixtures during this period. Nummi’s best-known luminaires are the Modern Art table lamp and the Lokki pendant...

This nice grey and white acrylic table lamp was designed by Yki Nummi for Stockmann-Orno in the 1950s. The lamp is in a very good condition with some minor signs of age and use. Doc...

A terrific Minimalist table lamp by Yki Nummi for Orno Finland, circa 1955. Taupe enamel paint over aluminum. This lamp has an adjustable height an...

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This nice grey and white acrylic pendant light was designed by Yki Nummi for Stockmann-Orno in the 1950's. The lamp is in a very good condition with some minor signs of age and use. ...