tasklamp

Circa 1960s Lightolier “Lytegem” articulating task lamp designed by Michael Lax. Features a telescoping chrome stem and swiveling “eyeball” shade in original orange-red paint. Supported by a black metal cube base with on/off switch.
Height can be adjusted from 6″ to 17″.
Minor scuff to the base and one impression / light scuffs to the shade, as shown.

2.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 6ʺL

1930s Articulating Floor or Table Lamp by O.C. White

$950.00

Task lamp designed by O.C. White (circa 1930s) composed of a steel arm, stem, and base with a painted shade. Unique size (height of the stem is 31.75″) suitable for floor or table use. Includes the original knobbed knuckle adjuster, which allows the arm to adjust along the stem. The shade is additionally adjustable in all directions. Distressed condition with heavy patina / paint loss.
Height can adjust from 31.75″ (stem alone) to 48″
Length can adjust from 16.5″ to 24″
Base Diameter: 16.5″

1930s Distressed Bauhaus Table Lamp in the Style of Christian Dell

Desk/table lamp featuring an enameled metal shade and painted round metal base, circa 1930s. Features an adjustable shade and stem.
Naturally distressed condition showing paint marks, dents, and scratches. Visibly repainted at one point. Remains a practical, stylish piece in fair condition. Will be presented newly wired (US).
Measures: Height can be adjusted from 12.5″ to 23″ when the shade is positioned fully upward
Length can extend from 6.75″ to 16.5″ when the stem is fully extended down
Diameter of the base is 6.75″

1950s ‘Sight Light’ by M. G. Wheeler

This saucer lamp, known as a ‘Sight Light’ was designed and manufactured by M.G. Wheeler of Connecticut in the 1950s. The metal lamp and base are pewter grey offset by brass accents (namely a brass swing arm which allows for 360 degree adjustability). There is minimal paint loss and tarnish to the brass, but overall, the lamp is in good, vintage shape.

24.75ʺW × 14ʺD × 14.5ʺL

Brass Pharmacy Lamp by Koch & Lowy

This minimal, yet versatile brass pharmacy floor lamp from Koch and Lowy is composed of an adjustable and swiveling shade. Additionally, the height can be adjusted. There is wear to the base, but the lamp has been polished and otherwise shows minimal wear. Measures: Highest 46.75″ Lowest 42″.

W: 16.75″ x D: 17.5″ x H: 46.75″

Danish Chrome and Metal Adjustable Table Lamp

$1,400.00

Beautifully designed, yet practical Danish table / task lamp composed of a chromed-metal stem / partial shade and a circular, black painted metal base and shade. Features a black metal clasp at the bottom to hold the cord in place along with a black metal and chrome sliding branch on the central stem that has been fitted with a ball joint to adjust the shade (an uncommon feature most associated with Maria Pergay’s design for Uginox; however, this lamp is unattributed).

Height is adjustable from 27.75″ (stem height) to 33.5″ (with the shade moved to the top of the stem and fully rotated upward).

Shade measurements: length: 11.1″ x diameter: 5.5″ Base diameter: 8″.

Overall dimensions — H: 33.5″ x W: 14″ x D: 12.5″

Condition: Excellent. Restored condition; only a slight indentation to the base, as pictured. Otherwise, flawless.

Diminutive Tensor Articulating Table/Task Lamp

Small table/task lamp by Tensor (1950s, USA). Composed of a brown painted shade supported by brass stem and base with faux-wood paneling.
The lamp not only collapses down, but can also be adjusted in a variety of configurations by means of the hinged stem.
Two illumination settings present (low and hi).
Modernist form and highly functional, versatile design.
Patina/tarnish to the unpolished brass present, as shown. Otherwise, in good, working, vintage condition.
Dimensions at the tallest setting –
H: 17.5″ x L: 3.75″ x D: 2″

Italian Modern Brass, Metal, and Black Marble Table Lamp by Luci Milano

$1,400.00

Elegant articulating table lamp by Luci Milano (ca. 1950s, Italy)
Composed of a brass pivoting stem and adjustable gray metal conical shade, all supported by a round, black marble base.
Light wear present – scuff and small spot of paint loss to the shade, attractive patina/tarnish spots to the unpolished brass, and scratches/general wear to the marble base. All is minimal – piece remains in very good, vintage condition.
Original Italian socket, wiring, and plug (Luci branded plug will be changed for US use, unless otherwise requested).
Measures (as in the sixth image with the shade parallel to the base):
H: 17.75″ x L: 7″ x D: 6.5″ (base diameter)
Height with the stem fully straightened and shade extended up (highest): 19″
10″ (shortest)
Shade measures: H: 5″ x L: 7″ x D: 4.5″

Petite German Modern Mint Green Gooseneck Task Lamp after Christian Dell

$350.00

Mid-20th Century Industrial desk/table lamp in the style of Christian Dell (ca. 1950, Germany).
Petite form with gooseneck and adjustable shade.
Mint green paint is of the period, but not original, evidenced by its thick, uneven application throughout.
Charming, diminutive piece with good signs of age present (paint losses/scuffing as shown).
Dimensions reflecting the stem and shade straight upward as in image two (highest/shortest setting): H: 17.25″ x L: 5″ x D: 5″
Height can be adjusted from 6.5″ to 17.25″
Shortest length (base diameter): 5″ / longest (with shade and stem fully extended outward): 12.5″
Shade alone measures H: 4.5″ x Diameter: 5.75″
Newly rewired for US use.

Petite Vintage Italian Orange Metal Adjustable Task / Table Lamp

$225.00

Charming diminutive metal task/bedside lamp in original orange paint (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Fully adjustable shade/stem is fixed.
Distressed, original condition with paint losses, as shown.
Original Italian socket, wiring, and plug (plug will be changed for US use, unless otherwise requested).
H: 10.25″ x L: 5.75″ x D: 4.25 (base diameter)
Shade diameter: 3.25″

Vintage Bauhaus Metal and Chrome Table Lamp after Christian Dell

German industrial / Bauhaus- style table lamp in green enameled-metal and chrome, circa 1930s. Shade offers full 360 degree rotation as well as upward / downward movement.
Scratches / slight losses to the shade and heavier paint loss to the base. Chrome shows pitting, discoloration, and scratches. Remains a nice period example in fair condition representative of age / use.
Height can adjust from 16.5″ to 25.75″ when shade is adjusted upward
Shade diameter 11.75″
Base diameter 7.5″

Vintage Black and Tubular Brass Adjustable Articulating Task / Desk Lamp by Electrix