Vintage 1970s Space Age hanging lamp by Herda – Dutch Design - In excellent condition - No reserve A rare and visually compelling 1970s pendant lamp by the Amsterdam-based lighting house Herda. Designed in the Space Age idiom, the lamp combines architectural layering with smoked Perspex panels and precision-turned metal spacers, creating a sculptural light object that performs equally as ambient lighting and interior design statement. Herda, active from 1946 to 1997, gained recognition for progressive lighting concepts that embraced new plastics, optical diffusion, and modern spatial aesthetics. Their Space Age period was marked by experimentation with Perspex (acrylic/Perspex/Perspex trade name) in smoked and clear finishes, often paired with polished metal hardware. This pendant translates Herda’s wall-lamp language into a suspended, three-dimensional architectural composition. Design & craftsmanship Space Age pendant lamp, executed with layered smoked Perspex panels Turned metal spacers and spherical decorative screw caps Height adjustable via original Rolly cable system (roll-and-lock mechanism) Diffused warm mood light with strong spatial shadow projection Three original E14 screw fittings (Edison standard), 40W capable Cleaned, technically inspected and fully interior-ready Condition In excellent vintage condition No cracks, no structural issues, no discoloration. Rolly cable system operates smoothly, allowing effortless height adjustment Lighting fully functional and tested Dimensions & weight approx. 60–160 x 33 x 33 cm (h x w x d) approx. 33 cm diameter shade approx. 26.6 cm lamp body height approx. 2,1 kg total weight Material Smoked and clear Perspex (acrylic/Perspex) Turned metal hardware Original textile Rolly suspension cable Manufacturer Herda Verlichting BV, Amsterdam Dutch Design, 1970s Light source recommendation E14 bulbs, up to 40W (compatible) Bulbs included so directly ready for use. Historical context Herda emerged as a defining post-war Dutch lighting manufacturer, helping introduce high-end synthetic optical materials into European interiors. Their 1970s output reflects the era’s fascination with futurism, modular geometry, and new material possibilities. Designer Willem van Oyen Sr., previously associated with Raak, contributed to the firm’s progressive design DNA, reinforcing Herda’s position at the forefront of Dutch Space Age lighting. Pendant lamps from this phase remain uncommon compared to their wall-lamp counterparts, increasing their desirability among collectors and design curators. A period advertising reference image has been added to this ad for historical context (see last image)