Table lamp - Chrome-plated - Space Age

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Fascinating Space Age lamp in chrome metal and hand-blown glass from Germany, dating to the 1950s–60s, with a polished chrome steel base and a hand-blown glass shade featuring an amber band, original wiring checked and working, dimensions 46 cm high by 20 cm in diameter.

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Fascinating Space Age lamp made of chromed metal and hand-blown glass, from Germany and manufactured in the 1950s–1960s of the last century.

This European high-quality lamp features a base in polished chromed steel, which enhances its aerodynamic silhouette.
It presents an impressive hand-blown glass shade with an organic detail of a cord or ribbon in amber/honey color that surrounds the transparent body, creating a relief effect and a unique warmth when lit.
The top ring-shaped cap is not only aesthetic, but evokes classic lantern designs reinterpreted for the modern era.

Original wiring checked and operational. Includes a classic hand switch.

With signs of use appropriate to its age, which enhance its incredible patina.
The photos are part of the description.

Dimensions: 46 cm high and 20 cm in diameter.

This is a spectacular collector’s piece, a fantastic example of Mid-Century Modern design.

Shipped in careful and secure packaging.

Fascinating Space Age lamp made of chromed metal and hand-blown glass, from Germany and manufactured in the 1950s–1960s of the last century.

This European high-quality lamp features a base in polished chromed steel, which enhances its aerodynamic silhouette.
It presents an impressive hand-blown glass shade with an organic detail of a cord or ribbon in amber/honey color that surrounds the transparent body, creating a relief effect and a unique warmth when lit.
The top ring-shaped cap is not only aesthetic, but evokes classic lantern designs reinterpreted for the modern era.

Original wiring checked and operational. Includes a classic hand switch.

With signs of use appropriate to its age, which enhance its incredible patina.
The photos are part of the description.

Dimensions: 46 cm high and 20 cm in diameter.

This is a spectacular collector’s piece, a fantastic example of Mid-Century Modern design.

Shipped in careful and secure packaging.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Metal type
Chrome-plated
Title additional information
Space Age
Number of objects
1
Material
Blown glass, Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
46 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
SpainVerified
316
Objects sold
96%
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