Hanging lamp - Space age / mid century lamp - acryl - Pendant Lamp






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A single orange acrylic Space Age / mid-century pendant lamp from France (1960–1970) in good used condition with minor signs of ageing, 1 fitting, dimensions 360 mm W x 260 mm D x 260 mm H, weight 5 kg, and in working order.
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Original piece.
A Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece: Sculptural Elegance in 1960s Lighting Design
• Authentic early 1960s space-age pendant lamp in vivid lacquered red
• Sculptural, high-gloss silhouette with polished chrome suspension
• Atmospheric illumination ideal for vintage, retro-modern, or contemporary interiors
• Highly collectible decorative lighting from the European mid-century design era
This elegant earl 1960s red hanging lamp represents the confident spirit of European space-age craftsmanship, merging expressive curves with refined chrome details. Its smooth, lacquered body displays a generous mushroom-like contour that enhances interiors through balanced geometry and radiant presence. The surface’s saturated tone interacts harmoniously with ambient reflections, giving the piece a lively, modern character while maintaining authentic mid-century integrity. The chain-mounted structure, combined with its precisely machined top plate, adds an industrial accent that complements the lamp’s futuristic attitude without disturbing its visual unity.
The design produces warm, enveloping illumination that softens architectural lines and enriches dining areas, lounges, studios, and reading corners with inviting atmosphere. This fluid form, iconic for the decade, echoes the era’s fascination with aerodynamic silhouettes, smooth transitions, and optimistic domestic innovation. Its glossy enamel finish ensures durability and colour stability, making the lamp not only decorative but also functionally reliable for daily use.
Collectors and design enthusiasts will appreciate its period-correct proportions, distinctive silhouette, and the ability to harmonize with Scandinavian wood surfaces, minimalist furniture, or eclectic décor settings. The lamp’s sculptural identity transforms ceilings into curated focal points, offering both lighting performance and artistic value. Its synergy of chromatic intensity, material quality, and seventies-era styling provides a sophisticated yet playful presence suitable for interiors that seek originality without excess.
This piece stands as a refined example of genuine mid-century European lighting, delivering character, craftsmanship, and historical authenticity to any space.
Original piece.
A Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece: Sculptural Elegance in 1960s Lighting Design
• Authentic early 1960s space-age pendant lamp in vivid lacquered red
• Sculptural, high-gloss silhouette with polished chrome suspension
• Atmospheric illumination ideal for vintage, retro-modern, or contemporary interiors
• Highly collectible decorative lighting from the European mid-century design era
This elegant earl 1960s red hanging lamp represents the confident spirit of European space-age craftsmanship, merging expressive curves with refined chrome details. Its smooth, lacquered body displays a generous mushroom-like contour that enhances interiors through balanced geometry and radiant presence. The surface’s saturated tone interacts harmoniously with ambient reflections, giving the piece a lively, modern character while maintaining authentic mid-century integrity. The chain-mounted structure, combined with its precisely machined top plate, adds an industrial accent that complements the lamp’s futuristic attitude without disturbing its visual unity.
The design produces warm, enveloping illumination that softens architectural lines and enriches dining areas, lounges, studios, and reading corners with inviting atmosphere. This fluid form, iconic for the decade, echoes the era’s fascination with aerodynamic silhouettes, smooth transitions, and optimistic domestic innovation. Its glossy enamel finish ensures durability and colour stability, making the lamp not only decorative but also functionally reliable for daily use.
Collectors and design enthusiasts will appreciate its period-correct proportions, distinctive silhouette, and the ability to harmonize with Scandinavian wood surfaces, minimalist furniture, or eclectic décor settings. The lamp’s sculptural identity transforms ceilings into curated focal points, offering both lighting performance and artistic value. Its synergy of chromatic intensity, material quality, and seventies-era styling provides a sophisticated yet playful presence suitable for interiors that seek originality without excess.
This piece stands as a refined example of genuine mid-century European lighting, delivering character, craftsmanship, and historical authenticity to any space.
