Scissor lamp - Wood, Glass - adjustable hood
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Danish mid‑century wall lamp with an extendable wooden scissor arm, a frosted glass lampshade, a wooden wall mount with a copper sliding rod, one fitting, and in good used condition that is fully functional; dimensions: depth 20 cm, width 84 cm, height 35 cm, weight 858 g, adjustable length 50–84 cm, dating to 1950–1960.
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Atmospheric and functional vintage Mid-Century Modern wall lamp (scissor lamp / scissor-arm wall lamp) made of solid wood.
The lamp features a retractable wooden scissor mechanism that smoothly slides in and out, mounted on a wooden wall mount with a copper sliding rod. The fixture is equipped with an elegant, goblet-shaped frosted glass shade with a wavy lip (fleur de lys / fluted design) and an etched floral motif.
The lamp shade is tilt/adjustable, allowing the light to be directed easily. Ideal as a reading lamp beside the bed, on the sofa, or above a desk.
Wiring is present with a terminal block (can be fitted with a plug or wired directly to the wall according to your preference).
Dimensions:
Length (extendable): 50 cm to 84 cm
Wall mounting height: 35 cm
Diameter of glass shade: 20 cm
Weight: 858 grams
Condition:
Good vintage condition.
The wooden scissor mechanism and wall mount operate as intended.
The glass shade is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks.
Light, natural signs of aging and use on the wood appropriate for its age.
The lot will be carefully packed and shipped via registered mail with a track-and-trace number, insured.
Pickup by arrangement is also possible.
Atmospheric and functional vintage Mid-Century Modern wall lamp (scissor lamp / scissor-arm wall lamp) made of solid wood.
The lamp features a retractable wooden scissor mechanism that smoothly slides in and out, mounted on a wooden wall mount with a copper sliding rod. The fixture is equipped with an elegant, goblet-shaped frosted glass shade with a wavy lip (fleur de lys / fluted design) and an etched floral motif.
The lamp shade is tilt/adjustable, allowing the light to be directed easily. Ideal as a reading lamp beside the bed, on the sofa, or above a desk.
Wiring is present with a terminal block (can be fitted with a plug or wired directly to the wall according to your preference).
Dimensions:
Length (extendable): 50 cm to 84 cm
Wall mounting height: 35 cm
Diameter of glass shade: 20 cm
Weight: 858 grams
Condition:
Good vintage condition.
The wooden scissor mechanism and wall mount operate as intended.
The glass shade is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks.
Light, natural signs of aging and use on the wood appropriate for its age.
The lot will be carefully packed and shipped via registered mail with a track-and-trace number, insured.
Pickup by arrangement is also possible.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Danish design
Title additional information
adjustable hood
Material
Glass, Wood
Country of origin
Denmark
Style
Scandinavian design
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
35 cm
Width
84 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
858 g
Colour
Brown
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1950-1960
