Vintage Black Glazed Ceramic Cubist Bust Lamp Attributed to Heifetz, 1950s

Rare Yasha Heifetz Mounted Lavender Glazed Ceramic Nautilus Shell Lamp, Circa 1950s. A beautiful biomorphic rendering of a nautilus shell with mottled...

Vintage Large Scale Ceramic Kifwebe-Inspired Mask Lamp on Mahogany Base, Circa 1950s. A gorgeous interpretation of a Congolese Kifwebe mask rendered in off-white stoneware with incised surface detailing in shades of tan and brown. Mounted on a solid mahogany base. We believe this piece to have inspired by an actual carved wood Kifwebe mask in the collection of the MET. Possibly produced by Heifetz, but likely a one-of-a-kind off piece. SOLD WITHOUT LAMPSHADE. “The striations on both male and female masks, which are a unique stylistic trait of all Songye masks, are derived from the markings and patterns of wild and dangerous animals, such as the zebra or striped antelope, crocodile, lion, porcupine, and snake. Bifwebe (Male masks) may be painted black, white, and red. The colors of black and white, however, refer to gender. Female masks are predominantly white, if they are painted at all.” - Dallas Museum of Art “Kifwebe masks played a central role in Songye society enacting control over the social order, and participating in crucial activities such as initiations. This face mask only formed part of a costume ensemble that also included a hood, shirt, and pants made of woven bark, completed by diverse implements in animal skins, furs, and feathers. Like most masks in Western collections, this example was separated from the rest of the costume following its collection from Africa. Once removed from its original context, it no longer formed part of a kinetic and multisensory environment but was admired as a static object of strong graphic qualities, particularly its contrasting white and black striations, stylized features, and overall sense of balance.” - Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Condition: Excellent vintage condition. One tiny chip on the forehead ridge (barely noticeable and as detailed in photos...

Vintage Mid-Century Rotaflex Pendant Lamp For Yasha Heifetz. Shade is ribbed two-tone cream and beige hand-spun cellulose acetate. Cone shaped shade with brass fixture hardware. Circ...

Vintage Louvered Metal Lantern Lamp Attributed to Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, Circa 1960s. Cylindrical body with louvered aluminum fins alternating between gold-tone and cream, a...

Vintage Mid-Century White Metal Desk Lamp by Bill Scarlett for Swivelier, Circa 1950s/60s. White metal body with brushed nickel details. Plastic disc shade diffuser and press button ...

Vintage Bulbous Greige Pietra Decor Series Textured Terracotta Lamp by Bitossi for Raymor, Circa 1950s. Bulbous bottle formed from textured terracotta mounted on a patinated steel cy...

We are very pleased to offer a pair of abstract, ceramic face table lamps by Yasha Heifetz, circa the 1950s. One lamp showcases a woman and the other t...

A pair of black-cerused oak and yellow-glazed ceramic table lamps, designed and produced by Yasha Heifetz, USA, 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 26.75" H x 7.5" W x 5.5" D Dimens...

Sculptural figure table lamp in a black cerused finish attributed to Yasha Heifetz. Great scale and form with organic movement. Measures: Overall 29” tall 15” wide Body 7” ...

Pair of ceramic stylized lamps attributed to Heifetz. Bases are solid wood and made specifically for these ceramic sculptures. Ceramic portions are 14" high. The base is 4" high and ...

An oak and brass table lamp designed and produced by Yasha Heifetz, USA, 1950s. Sold without lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 20.56 x 8.18 x 5.75 (H x W x D) Dimension...

An oak and brass table lamp designed and produced by Yasha Heifetz, USA, 1950s. Sold without lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp (inches) : 18.75 x 7.62 x 5.31 (Height x Width x Dept...