Adjustable Leather Floor Lamp with Brass Tripod Base, Europe ca 1950s (sold)
Adjustable Leather Floor Lamp with Brass Tripod Base, Europe ca 1950s (sold)
Postwar European design in the 1950s was defined by a turn toward restraint, elegance, and the intelligent use of materials. Designers of the period emphasized refined proportions, tactile contrasts, and streamlined silhouettes, often blending traditional craftsmanship with a modern sensibility. Within this context, pieces like this adjustable floor lamp were crafted.
The lamp features a tall, slender shaft wrapped in warm-toned leather, lending the piece a rich, tactile surface that contrasts beautifully with the brass components. Rising from the top of the stem is a brass neck that extends, allowing the user to adjust the height of the lamp. The stem supports the softly tapered conical shade, designed to diffuse light with a warm, ambient glow. Its base is a classic tripod in solid brass, with gently flared legs that provide stability while preserving the overall lightness of the form. The combination of materials, the organic texture of the leather and the polished gleam of the brass, creates a refined visual balance, while the adjustable mechanism discreetly incorporated at the joint adds functionality without disturbing the purity of the silhouette.
Well-suited to an array of interiors, this lamp brings quiet charm and practical elegance to a space. Its slender design and timeless materials make it ideal for living rooms, reading corners, or bedrooms. Balancing mid-century charm with enduring sophistication, it reflects the kind of design that never goes out of style.
SOLD
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The shade is a later replacement.
Dimensions:
19.69 in Ø x 61.42 in min. - 79.13 in max. H (adjustable)
50 cm Ø x 156 cm min. - 201 cm max. H (adjustable)
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Swedish modernism of the mid-20th century embraced clarity and restraint, valuing craftsmanship and proportion. Designers sought harmony between form and function, creating objects that felt both modern and enduring. Founded in Stockholm in the early 20th century, Nordiska Kompaniet became a cornerstone of Swedish design culture, producing items that blended industrial innovation with meticulous craftsmanship. Through their work, lighting became more than a necessity. It was a way to shape atmosphere, emotion, and the rhythm of space itself.
This model “30006” floor lamp by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet captures that vision with quiet elegance. Each lamp features a slender brass stem that rises from a circular weighted base which features a floral detail. The form is refined to a clear and uncomplicated expression. The stem combines brass and leather, creating a subtle dialogue between warmth and polish. This mix of materials softens the strict geometry of the silhouette and gives the lamp a deeper presence than its simplicity first suggests. The polished brass introduces a gentle glow, reflecting light even when the lamp is not in use. Above, the shallow cylindrical shade softens and diffuses the illumination, creating a calm and inviting ambience. Every detail, from the base to the leather body, contributes to a sense of intentionality. This lamp feels both familiar and elevated, the kind of design that improves the atmosphere of a space without calling attention to itself.
Bertil Brisborg, as the leading designer for Nordiska Kompaniet, managed to merge precision with a human touch, allowing his work to feel technically resolved yet emotionally resonant. The balance between the structure and the delicacy of the light reveals an era-defining sensitivity.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The floor lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the item has marks, scratches, dents and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
19.68 in ø x 66.53 in H
50 cm ø x 169 cm H