Philips - Louis Kalff - Wall sconce (3) - Teak

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Three NX40 wall lamps designed by Louis Kalff for Philips in the Netherlands, in teak and lacquered metal, dating from circa 1960–1970, with dimensions about 35 cm high, 17 cm wide and 18 cm deep, in used good condition with minor signs of aging and not in working order.

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Superb pair of wall sconces model NX40, designed by Louis Kalff for Philips in the 1950s-60s.

Iconic modernist design of the mid-century style:
structure in off-white lacquered metal, curved teak front, and inner circular support for cylindrical opal glass diffuser.

These sconces perfectly illustrate Louis Kalff's work, a major figure in Dutch design of the 20th century and artistic director of Philips.

Specifications:
• Designer: Louis Kalff
• Manufacturer: Philips
• Model: NX40
• Period: circa 1958–1965
• Materials: curved teak, lacquered metal, inner metal structure
• Origin: Netherlands
• Quantity: Pair

Approximate dimensions:
• Height: ± 35 cm
• Width: ± 17 cm
• Depth: ± 18–20 cm

Condition:

Good vintage condition with signs of use consistent with age.
Slight oxidation on the metal parts.
Old wiring to be checked before installation. Cylindrical opal glass diffusers not present (see photos).

Superb pair of wall sconces model NX40, designed by Louis Kalff for Philips in the 1950s-60s.

Iconic modernist design of the mid-century style:
structure in off-white lacquered metal, curved teak front, and inner circular support for cylindrical opal glass diffuser.

These sconces perfectly illustrate Louis Kalff's work, a major figure in Dutch design of the 20th century and artistic director of Philips.

Specifications:
• Designer: Louis Kalff
• Manufacturer: Philips
• Model: NX40
• Period: circa 1958–1965
• Materials: curved teak, lacquered metal, inner metal structure
• Origin: Netherlands
• Quantity: Pair

Approximate dimensions:
• Height: ± 35 cm
• Width: ± 17 cm
• Depth: ± 18–20 cm

Condition:

Good vintage condition with signs of use consistent with age.
Slight oxidation on the metal parts.
Old wiring to be checked before installation. Cylindrical opal glass diffusers not present (see photos).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Teak
No. of items
3
Material
Wood
Manufacturer/ Brand
Philips
Designer/artist/maker
Louis Kalff
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In Working Order
No
Height
35 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
18 cm
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1960-1970
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85
Objects sold
81.82%
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