Phililps - Louis Kalff - Desk lamp - Jewel - Metal - Bijou Table Lamp

Table lamp Bijou, design by Louis Kalff for Philips, the Netherlands

This table lamp of the Bijou type has a round, dish-shaped metal shade with a matte red lacquer. Over time the red has faded and has a salmon-pink tint. Around the edge is a series of narrow slits, through which the light casts a playful striped pattern on the table and wall from the side. In the center of the shade there is a round opening through which the lamp remains visible, with a glossy reflector underneath. The shade rests on a blue-painted base in the shape of a conically tapering stem, with bronze-colored rings. The whole stands on an elegant tripod with three curved feet pointing outward in a bronze to brass color. The lamp is supplied with a filament bulb.

The lamp is in working condition. The fitting sits loose in the lamp and may not be original. The colors have faded somewhat over time. The matte lacquer on the shade has a light patina with some blotchy spots in the lacquer and small lacquer wear along the bottom edge. On the blue base and on one of the legs there are a few small scratches and chipped spots in the lacquer. The metal parts have a natural patina from use. All signs of wear are visible in the photos.

A lamp with a recognizably playful silhouette from Dutch design history, suitable as a focal point in a vintage, retro, or modern interior.