Lyfa - Bent Karlby - Wall lamp - Brass - Barcelona
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Exclusive mid-century wall lamp designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa (Denmark, 1950–1960), model 'Barcelona', with a solid brass exterior housing, an adjustable swivel arm and a warm patinated inner shade made of cellulose acetate, in good vintage condition with minor damage visible from below and functional wiring.
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Exclusive and extremely rare mid-century modern wall lamp, designed by the iconic Danish architect and designer Bent Karlby for the renowned manufacturer LYFA (Denmark, 1950s/1960s).
This specific model is a unique variation within Karlby’s highly regarded 'Barcelona' design line.
Where the pendant lamps from this series more often appear on the market, this wall lamp version with an adjustable swivel arm is an absolute rarity for the serious collector of Scandinavian top design.
The Cap: The wide outer shell is made of solid brass and features Karlby’s iconic trademark: the gracefully notched edge ("peepholes"), which provides a majestic, non-glare light diffusion.
The Inner Cap: Centrally around the socket sits a atmospheric, pumpkin-shaped dome made up of flexible segments of cellulose acetate (an early organic plastic form). After decades of exposure to UV light and heat, this flexible shade has acquired a splendid, warm reddish-brown/orange patina that exactly mimics the beloved look of old parchment. Small damage, visible only when looking from below upward.
The Construction: The lamp is equipped with an elegant brass hinge arm allowing the light distribution to be flexibly adjusted. The underside of the inner shade is beautifully finished with a serrated brass clamp ring.
Condition: The lamp is in a beautiful, authentic vintage state with a characterful aging patina on the brass and the flexible inner shade.
No structural defects.
The wiring is functional (see photos for an accurate view of the condition).
Examine the photos carefully; they form part of the description.
A museum-worthy piece of Danish lighting history that instantly adds atmosphere to a modern or mid-century interior!
Well packaged and sent with tracking.
Exclusive and extremely rare mid-century modern wall lamp, designed by the iconic Danish architect and designer Bent Karlby for the renowned manufacturer LYFA (Denmark, 1950s/1960s).
This specific model is a unique variation within Karlby’s highly regarded 'Barcelona' design line.
Where the pendant lamps from this series more often appear on the market, this wall lamp version with an adjustable swivel arm is an absolute rarity for the serious collector of Scandinavian top design.
The Cap: The wide outer shell is made of solid brass and features Karlby’s iconic trademark: the gracefully notched edge ("peepholes"), which provides a majestic, non-glare light diffusion.
The Inner Cap: Centrally around the socket sits a atmospheric, pumpkin-shaped dome made up of flexible segments of cellulose acetate (an early organic plastic form). After decades of exposure to UV light and heat, this flexible shade has acquired a splendid, warm reddish-brown/orange patina that exactly mimics the beloved look of old parchment. Small damage, visible only when looking from below upward.
The Construction: The lamp is equipped with an elegant brass hinge arm allowing the light distribution to be flexibly adjusted. The underside of the inner shade is beautifully finished with a serrated brass clamp ring.
Condition: The lamp is in a beautiful, authentic vintage state with a characterful aging patina on the brass and the flexible inner shade.
No structural defects.
The wiring is functional (see photos for an accurate view of the condition).
Examine the photos carefully; they form part of the description.
A museum-worthy piece of Danish lighting history that instantly adds atmosphere to a modern or mid-century interior!
Well packaged and sent with tracking.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Barcelona
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass
Manufacturer/brand
Lyfa
Designer/artist/maker
Bent Karlby
Country of origin
Denmark
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
60 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
20 cm
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1950-1960
