No. 100471606

Walburga Külz - Wall lamp - Earthenware, Enamel - Rare Brutalist lamp
No. 100471606

Walburga Külz - Wall lamp - Earthenware, Enamel - Rare Brutalist lamp
This ceramic wall light, created around 1975 by German artist Walburga Kulz (b. 1931), exemplifies her blend of sculptural design and functional utility.
Rare Brutalist Ceramic Wall Lamp by Walburga Külz (Germany, ca. 1970s)
Description (English):
A unique handcrafted ceramic wall light by German artist Walburga Külz, known for her expressive, sculptural lighting created in the 1960s and 70s. This piece is a striking example of Brutalist ceramic design, where function meets form in a deeply artistic way. Due to its dramatic surface texture, heavy material, and asymmetrical silhouette, this is not just a light—it's a sculptural object with strong decorative presence.
About the Artist:
Walburga Külz was a German-Dutch ceramicist active during the postwar period, whose work combined the raw, earthy textures of clay with sculptural, functional forms. Her lighting and wall objects reflect the Brutalist and mid-century modern aesthetic. Though relatively under-documented, her works are increasingly sought after by collectors of radical 20th-century ceramics and European studio design. Pieces like this—signed, unique, and in original condition—are exceptionally rare on the market.
Brutalist ceramics have become highly collectible due to their handmade character, bold textures, and raw artistic expression. This wall lamp exemplifies that movement and is a true collector’s piece for lovers of vintage design, 1960s interiors, and sculptural lighting.
tem Details:
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of wear. Electrical wiring is original and should be checked or rewired before use for safety.
Age: Circa 1970
Material: Hand-formed and kiln-fired stoneware / ceramic
Origin: Germany
Dimensions: Approx. H 42 cm x W 55 cm x D 10 cm
Colours: Earthy brown, beige, grey, and soft terracotta—please note: due to the highly textured surface and natural glazes, colours may appear different depending on lighting and screen. We have done our best to photograph them accurately.
Weight: Very heavy—shipping is at the buyer’s own risk.
Keywords for collectors and enthusiasts:
Brutalist lighting, studio pottery lamp, 20th-century design, ceramic wall light, vintage light sculpture, mid-century modern lamp, Wabi-Sabi, sculptural lighting, handmade ceramic lamp, collectible German design, Walburga Kulz, rare ceramic, brutalism, organic modernism, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre chap, le Corbusier, Noguchi, Bertoia
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