Sweden - Table Lamps

Pair of table lamps model 2466 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass, lacquered brass and original fabric shades. Stamped. Josef Frank was a true European...

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Table lamp model 2468 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass with cotton shades. Stamped. Model 2468 is a delightful brass table lamp with three small shades in green, yellow, and red. The lamp has an elegant brass base with three stems that hold the shades at different heights. Because of its tricolour shades, it is known as the “traffic light lamp”. Designed by Josef Frank in the 1950s, this lamp has become a timeless Svenskt Tenn collectable. H: 54 cm W: 42 cm Shade D: 15 cm Josef Frank was a true European, he was also a pioneer of what would become classic 20th century Swedish design and the “Scandinavian Design Style”. Austrian- born Frank started his design career as an architect after having trained at the Technische Hochschule in Vienna between 1903 and 1910. After his training he went on to teach at Kunstgewerbeschule (The Viennese School of Arts and crafts) where he developed and espoused the new school of modernist thinking towards Architecture and Design that was coming to fruition in Vienna at the time. He also went on to lead the Vienna Werkbund throughout the 1920s. This was a truly progressive group of Architects and Designers who set about improving the daily lives of Austrian people through modernist design and architecture in partnership with Arts and Crafts ideals and construction. Frank’s leadership of the Werkbund had already cemented his place at the forefront of European design. Frank’s time in Vienna was typified by his design for the “Die Wohnung” exhibition of the Deutscher Werkbund in Stuttgart, 1927 where he exhibited along side his contemporaries at the forefront of design, such as the likes of Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius. Here he showed a specially designed pair of flat-roofed reinforced concrete houses in what is now seen as a typical modernist style. What separated Frank’s house from the other 32 houses of the exhibition was the interior and furniture inside the building. It was described as “Neo-Classical” and filled with an eclectic mix of period pieces, modern design and pieces designed by Frank himself that seemed to cross the two worlds. This was a complete opposite direction to that which his fellow Architects were travelling in with their pared back and angular aesthetics. Frank said of his own work: “The house is not a work of art, simply a place where one lives,” and by this reasoning Frank rejected the regimental mechanisation of the living space that his contemporaries believed in, instead he set about creating congenial and spontaneous interiors. Frank’s practice saw him placing the bright colours and the soft forms of nature back into the furnishings and interiors that he thought modernism sorely mist. Frank, along with Oskar Walch set up Haus und Garten in Vienna in 1925. This was Frank’s first commercial foray into furniture and home furnishings and the company went on to become the most influential furnishing house in Vienna with a riotous depth of colour and interesting shapes becoming the trademark of their design. However this success was to come to an end with rise of Nazism in Vienna in the early 1930’s. Frank was Jewish, and he and his wife Anna decided they would leave Vienna for her motherland: Sweden, in 1933. Frank continued to design for Haus and Garten, visiting Vienna occasionally and designing the pieces that would continue to be the company’s best sellers long after Frank was forced to hand the company over in 1938 after the Third Reich annexation of Austria. When Josef and Anna had moved to Sweden Frank had struck up a working relationship with Design shop owner Estrid Ericson. Ericson was the proprietor of Svenskt Tenn that at this point was a successful interiors shop in Stockholm with the royal warrant of appointment to the Swedish Royal Household. In 1935 Frank had become the chief designer for Svenskt Tenn and had set about putting all of his creative effort into his designs for the company. At the World Expositions in Paris in 1937 and New York in 1939 the world saw for the first time the wealth of products that Frank had been working on, ranging from candlesticks to cabinets, there was not a domestic object that Frank had not subjected to his colourful, comfortable and organic style of Modernism. Frank’s new school of Modernism championed ideas such as chairs having a freeing, open back and that “If one desires the room to be comfortable…all pieces of furniture should allow for a free view of the separating line between the floor and the wall. A cabinet without legs breaks this line and thus reduces the feeling of space.” A world-wide audience tired of classic Modernism’s furniture with solid planes and aggressive forms leapt upon these ideas and Franks natural and bright designs for Svenskt Tenn became internationally desired. Frank created over 2000 designs for Svenskt Tenn and his products continue to be the core of their brand. Frank’s rejections of tubular metal and heavy lacquers within his furniture have insured his unique light form of Modernism continues to influence and flourish today. His natural toned mahogany and walnut pieces along with his tactile leather covered and brightly shaded lighting still bring the forms of nature back into the home. Original Frank pieces are now increasingly rare, highly desirable and are the epitome of “Scandinavian Design”. Renowned Designer and Academic Isle Crawford...

Pair of brass table lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in great original condition. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, 1960s. Signed. Measure: Height 50 cm.

Very rare table / desk mid century lamp mode "Half Nelson" in enameled aluminum designed by George Nelson and produced by Koch & Lowy, USA 1960s. In good vintage and original conditi...

Rare Art Deco Table Lamp in Glass and Pewter, 1930's Additional Information: Material: Glass and pewter Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Dimensions (W x D x H): 33.5 x 37 x 41.5 cm ...

Scandinavian modern table lamp. Made in birch with a sculptural form.

Pair of Table Lamp in Brass and Matte Opaline Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass and matte opaline glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian R...

A beautiful example of Gunnar Nylunds artistry, a ceramic table lamp with brown hare fur glaze. Marked with Rörstrand and G. Nylund in bottom. In good condition, new wiring follow ...

Fabulous pair of ceramic table lamps by the Italian designer family Bitossi designed and manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden. The lamps are in excellent condition. The ceramic have a ...

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Glass, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Fagerhults belysning in Sweden Dimensio...

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1964 Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare pair of table lamps model B-221 Produced by H...

Table Lamp in Brass and Glass by Carl Fagerlund, 1960′s Additional Information: Material: Brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare table lamp model RD1987 Produced by O...

Table Lamp in Brass and Frosted Glass by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Brass, frosted glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Luxus...

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Elarmatur Kosta ...

Beautiful pair of Empire Table Lamps in gilt Bronze. Originally a pair of Empire candlesticks from the 1820s, converted to table lamps in the early 20th Century. Newly rewired elect...

Pair of Elegant Empire Table Lamps in bronze, early 19th Century France, originally candlesticks. Includes new black lacquer lampshade with gold details, giving the lamp a warm and ...

A Pair of designed table lamps in solid pine made in Denmark, 1970s. Illuminate Your Space with Timeless Craftsmanship Indulge in the warmth of tradition and the glow of exquisite c...

Striking table lamp from ASEA, made completely from brass. Cool, clean design with shade that can be adjusted to direct and soften the light.

These Mid-Century Modern table lamps were manufactured in Sweden for Luxus. The lamps made in a bronze/gold colored ceramic with all new quality shades made in Sweden. Sculptural a...

Rare Desk / Table Lamp in Brass and Leather, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass, leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by AB E. Hansson & Co in Malmö, Sweden...

Table lamp model 2467/2 designed by Josef Frank for Firma Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass with fabric shade (the shade is most likely original...

Beautiful brass table lamp designed by Anders Pehrson and made by Atlejé Lyktan, Sweden, during the 1960s. Big model made in brass with a leather foot.

Very rare mid century "Tuyaux" desk lamp in black lacquered aluminum by Serge Mouille & Isamu Noguchi produced by Steph Simon France, 1959. In good original condition. Dimensions:...

"Fringe" table lamp model B145 by Hans Agne Jakobsson during the 1960s. Produced by his own company in Sweden. Polished brass and opaline glass shade with fabric fringe diffuser in o...

Table lamp model 2467 designed by Josef Frank. Produced in Sweden by Svenskt Tenn. designed in 1938, this piece of a later manufacturing. Brass and original shade re-sewn with single...

Large and heavy pair of marble stone table lamps with chromed steel arms. Bergboms design with all new cotton shades, made in Sweden This pair of table lamps will give that great loo...

Grand table lamp after artist Max Le Verrier, France, 1928. Beautiful form made in metal and glass, mounted on a marble foot.

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Pair of table lamps model BN-26 Produced by Hans...

Rare Danish mid century desk / table lamp in patinated brass and frosted opaline glass shade produced by Fog & Mørup Denmark 1950s. In good working and original condition. Dimensio...

Table Lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape, 1950's Additional Information: Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by ASEA in Sweden Dimensions (W x D x H): 28.5 x 28.5 x 52.5 cm Condition...

This set of two table lamps are designed and crafted by the Swedish company Bergboms during the 1960s. The combination of materials used in their construction, rosewood and brushed metal, creates a simple yet elegant design that will add a touch of sophistication to any room. The design of these lamps is characterized by its slim waist and the beautiful contrast between the warm wood and the sleek metal. The rosewood used...

Table Lamp in Brass and Red Lacquered Metal, 1950’s Designed by Bertil Brisborg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden. Additional Information: Material: Brass and red lacque...

Rare ASEA table lamp, model E1272, dating back to the 1950s, featuring a rounded base crafted from solid wood. The disc shaped metal shade is adjustable and held just place by a bras...

Very rare mid century "Cocotte" desk / table lamp in black lacquered metal and brass by Serge Mouille in original condition produced by in France, 1950s. Steph Simon edition. Dimen...

Table Lamp in Brass Attributed To Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Produced in Denmark Dimensions (W x D x H): 16 x ...

Table Lamp in Brass and Original Lamp Shade by Josef Frank, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Brass and original lamp shade Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare table lamp model 2467...

Table Lamp in Brass and Black Fabric Lamp Shades by Sonja Katzin, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass and black fabric lamp shades Style...

Table Lamp in Brass and Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass and glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Table lamp model B-124 Produced by Han...

A pair of majestic table lamps manufactured by Einar Bäckström, Sweden, 1950s. The lamps are made of brass and have new hand-pleated chintz shades. Condition: Very good condition. ...

Very rare and attractive mid century "agrafée" table / desk lamp by Serge Mouille in black lacquered metal with brass details produced by Steph Simon Paris 1950s. In good original co...

This is a pair of fantastic chinoiserie vintage table lamps from the 1980s. The exact material is uncertain, but they are likely made of artificial plaster. The lamps have an amphora...

Cool table lamp from Falkenbergs Belysning, made from brass with a mahogany stem. Wood carved into a bamboo-stem form. Adjustable height and angle of the shade.

An astonishingly beautiful pair of Swedish-Italian hand-carved brown alabaster knight horse head table lamps, Nordiska Kompaniet, made in the 1970s. The knight, an essential piece in...

Sophisticated silver-plated Table Lamp with Classic column made during the late 19th Century. Originally a kerosene lamp converted to table lamp in the early 20th Century. Newly rew...

Charming art deco table lamp manufactured by Corona, Sweden, 1930s. The lamp consists of a large brass sphere with a round black base. The original shade is made of paper with beauti...

Swivel arm table lamp in brass manufactured in Sweden, 1940s. This elegant lamp was manufactured during the Swedish Modern era and is of very high quality. It is made of oxidized br...

Rare desk/table lamp ”B-54” by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, manufactured by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden

Large table lamp manufactured by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s. This elegant lamp was manufactured during the Swedish Modern era and is of very high quality. It consists of a heavy oxidi...

Cool table lamp from Falkenbergs Belysning, made from brass with a rosewood stem. Wood carved into a bamboo-stem form. Adjustable height and angle of the shade.

A very special ceramic lamp base from Tilgmans, Sweden. This lamp is very typical of his style when it comes to patterns and glazing from the 1970s. The design is simple and honest, ...

An extraordinary vintage table lamp with an exceptional glazing, a great example of Scandinavian Mid-century modern design. A very special and rather large ceramic lamp base, made by...

A fantastic rather large vintage ceramic lamp base, handmade by Thomas Anagrius for Alingsås Keramik, Sweden. This lamp base is simple in the design, w...

Table Lamp in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950’s Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavia Very rare table lamp model B-99 Produced by Hans-Agne Jako...

Discover elegance with this finely carved Florentine alabaster table lamp, a timeless and ornate piece. Crafted in the 20th century, its exquisite baluster-shaped design features han...

Rare table lamp model B-138 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden. This lamp is one of the rarest and most sought-after models in Hans-...

Rare, Scandinavian Modern table lamp in pewter by Thorild Knutsson -1930. Marked with makers mark. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use. Scratches. Pl...

Bright red Scandinavian Mid-century modern table lamp. A very special and rather large vintage ceramic lamp base, made by Thomas Hellström for Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden. This lamp base...