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American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963
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American mid-century wall lamp with wooden cylinder, USA 1958–1963

€650,00 EUR
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Design Era Mid-Century Modern
Designer Anonymous
Period 1960

Material Metal, American walnut
Manufacturer  Anonymous

Dimensions (W×H×D)  62 × 28 × 20 cm 
Condition  restored

History 

-        This exceptional wall lamp originated in the United States and was made between the late 1950s and early 1960s. Its cylindrical shade of chrome-plated metal with fine walnut veneer combines functional clarity with warm, atmospheric light – a typical feature of post-war American Modernism.

-       The lamp is designed for wall mounting and rests on a solid walnut wood strip that emphasizes its architectural character. The inside of the shade is painted white and equipped with an original Bakelite socket by Leviton (Made in USA) – a mark of quality that underscores the careful craftsmanship of the era. The chrome-plated, solid ball joint allows for precise light adjustment and testifies to technical sophistication and durability.

-       The electrical wiring has been partially renewed; overall, the lamp is in restored condition, with its original effect and warm light character fully preserved. It came from an American household and was later brought to Europe, where it was part of a well-maintained interior for decades.


Note:
Wooden cylindrical lamps of this type are occasionally attributed to George Nelson or George Kovacs in the trade. Despite extensive research, however, no confirmed manufacturer or designer attribution could be proven for this piece – which makes the independent character and charm of this American Modernist lamp all the more fascinating.