Hala Zeist - Desk lamp - Metal, Chrome

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Hala Zeist desk lamp from the 1950s–1960s with a black enamel shade, chrome flexible gooseneck and cast base, metal construction, 58 cm high, 10 cm wide and 10 cm deep, in good condition with a dent to the shade and paint loss around a ventilation aperture, and in working order.

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A compelling example of post-war Dutch industrial design, this Hala Zeist desk lamp embodies the functional elegance for which the celebrated Dutch manufacturer became renowned. Distinguished by its black enamelled shade, flexible chrome gooseneck stem, and organic cast base crow feet, the lamp strikes a balance between utility and refined modernist form.

Presented in fair, honest vintage condition consistent with age and use. The lamp remains in working order and displays attractively overall.

Notable imperfections include:
- A visible dent to the shade (hood)
- Localised paint loss and chipping surrounding one of the ventilation apertures.
- General signs of age, handling and wear commensurate with over seventy years of service.

Designed during a period when European lighting embraced both innovation and restraint, the piece retains the timeless aesthetic that has made Hala Zeist a favourite among collectors of mid-century design. The adjustable neck allows for directional lighting, while the black finish and pale interior shade enhance both visual appeal and practical illumination.

A compelling example of post-war Dutch industrial design, this Hala Zeist desk lamp embodies the functional elegance for which the celebrated Dutch manufacturer became renowned. Distinguished by its black enamelled shade, flexible chrome gooseneck stem, and organic cast base crow feet, the lamp strikes a balance between utility and refined modernist form.

Presented in fair, honest vintage condition consistent with age and use. The lamp remains in working order and displays attractively overall.

Notable imperfections include:
- A visible dent to the shade (hood)
- Localised paint loss and chipping surrounding one of the ventilation apertures.
- General signs of age, handling and wear commensurate with over seventy years of service.

Designed during a period when European lighting embraced both innovation and restraint, the piece retains the timeless aesthetic that has made Hala Zeist a favourite among collectors of mid-century design. The adjustable neck allows for directional lighting, while the black finish and pale interior shade enhance both visual appeal and practical illumination.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Chrome, Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Hala Zeist
Country of origin
Netherlands
Style
Contemporary
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
58 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Colour
Black
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
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Objects sold
75%
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