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Pair of 1960s Max Bill Red and White Table Lamps for Temde Leuchten, Switzerland

$4,000per set
£3,022.67per set
€3,490.44per set
CA$5,589.40per set
A$6,201.91per set
CHF 3,248.69per set
MX$76,052.02per set
NOK 41,322.24per set
SEK 39,006.43per set
DKK 26,030.40per set
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Pair of 1960s Max Bill Red and White Table Lamps for Temde Leuchten, Switzerland. This extremely rare and iconic mid-century design is executed in red and opaline lucite shades with a white painted metal base. One lamp retains the original manufacturer's label. Price is for the pair. One pair available. Max Bill was one of the most innovative lighting designers in Europe during the midcentury era. His iconic designs have long been valued by collectors worldwide. Professionally wired for U.S. On/off switch on cord. Accommodates a single max 60W equivalent LED candelabra bulb  (e12). Not UL listed, but recommended UL listing possible from authorized 3rd party vendor upon request for an additional fee. Contact us to facilitate. Some scuffs, dings, scratches and losses as largely shown in the listing photos and noted only for accuracy. Some variation from lamp to lamp as they are not an exact match but present well as a pair. Additional images upon request.
  • Creator:
    Max Bill (Designer),Temde Leuchten (Manufacturer)
  • Similar to:
    Eero Saarinen (Designer)Verner Panton (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Diameter: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960s
  • Condition:
    Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. See listing description for more details.
  • Seller Location:
    Glendale, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: V31281stDibs: LU1447228886732

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