Hala - Desk lamp - Busquet - Metal

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A Hala Zeist desk lamp designed by H. Busquet, model Busquet, made in the Netherlands, dating to circa 1960–1970, in industrial metal with a rotating cylindrical shade and E17 fitting, 40 cm high, 32 cm wide, base diameter 13 cm, weighing 2 kg, in fair used condition but in working order.

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A Hala Zeist desk lamp designed by H. Busquet, representative of the Dutch manufacturer’s functional and understated post-war aesthetic. The cylindrical shade with integrated viewing panel and balanced proportions reflects the clarity of design associated with Hala’s mid-century production. The shade can be rotated and altered to desired angle.

The lamp retains its original painted finish, which now shows oxidation and patination consistent with age and use. The surface wear is even and honest, contributing to its utilitarian character rather than detracting from it. The chromed elements show corresponding age-related dulling. Overall, it presents as a genuine, unrefinished example.

Diameter of base: 13cm
Lamp fitting e17

A Hala Zeist desk lamp designed by H. Busquet, representative of the Dutch manufacturer’s functional and understated post-war aesthetic. The cylindrical shade with integrated viewing panel and balanced proportions reflects the clarity of design associated with Hala’s mid-century production. The shade can be rotated and altered to desired angle.

The lamp retains its original painted finish, which now shows oxidation and patination consistent with age and use. The surface wear is even and honest, contributing to its utilitarian character rather than detracting from it. The chromed elements show corresponding age-related dulling. Overall, it presents as a genuine, unrefinished example.

Diameter of base: 13cm
Lamp fitting e17

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Hala
Model
Busquet
Country of origin
Netherlands
Style
Industrial
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
Yes
Height
40 cm
Width
32 cm
Depth
13 cm
Weight
2 kg
Estimated period
1960-1970
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