Jules Wabbes - Wall lamp (2) - Gilt brass

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Pair of mid‑century modern brass wall lamps designed by Jules Wabbes, circa 1953, with two E27 fittings, hexagonal tube construction, 27 cm wide, 25 cm high, 25 cm deep, in good used condition with minor aging and in working order, though wiring may need updating.

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Pair of Wall Sconces (2) Vintage Retro Modern Midcentury Beehive Nid d'abeille Jules Wabbes.

Design from the 1950s, circa 1953. Midcentury Modern, Modernist, Modernism.

Very distinctive design. Baton-like lamps. 32 hexagonal welded tubes handcrafted, concealing two bulbs. Bulb cover. Made of brass.

These iconic lamps were designed in 1953 for the entry hall of the Declercq house, built by André Jacqmain and Jules Wabbes.

To be visible from both below and above, Jules Wabbes designed a lamp composed of sections of welded hexagonal tubes, so that the light source (bulb) is filtered on both sides by the metal framework.

Similar wall sconces decorated the apartment of the King and Queen of Belgium aboard the Godetia, the Belgian Navy ship.

Some marks but in very good condition.

In perfect working order.

Lamp holder: E27. The porcelain fittings may have been replaced, but the wiring may need to be updated to meet current standards and should be checked to ensure safety.

Pair of Wall Sconces (2) Vintage Retro Modern Midcentury Beehive Nid d'abeille Jules Wabbes.

Design from the 1950s, circa 1953. Midcentury Modern, Modernist, Modernism.

Very distinctive design. Baton-like lamps. 32 hexagonal welded tubes handcrafted, concealing two bulbs. Bulb cover. Made of brass.

These iconic lamps were designed in 1953 for the entry hall of the Declercq house, built by André Jacqmain and Jules Wabbes.

To be visible from both below and above, Jules Wabbes designed a lamp composed of sections of welded hexagonal tubes, so that the light source (bulb) is filtered on both sides by the metal framework.

Similar wall sconces decorated the apartment of the King and Queen of Belgium aboard the Godetia, the Belgian Navy ship.

Some marks but in very good condition.

In perfect working order.

Lamp holder: E27. The porcelain fittings may have been replaced, but the wiring may need to be updated to meet current standards and should be checked to ensure safety.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Gilt brass
Number of objects
2
Material
Brass
Designer/artist/maker
Jules Wabbes
Country of origin
Belgium
Style
Modern
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
25 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
25 cm
Colour
Gold
Estimated period
1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
204
Objects sold
Private

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