"Senator" Leather and Brass Table Lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann Orno, Finland circa 1947 (sold)
"Senator" Leather and Brass Table Lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann Orno, Finland circa 1947 (sold)
The Finnish company Stockmann Orno, founded in 1921 in Helsinki, was known to produce high-quality lighting fixtures for residential and commercial spaces. The company embraced the use of diverse materials - glass, metals, precious woods, and leather - to create unique shapes and embrace revolutionary new ideas in the realm of design.
Designers like Lisa Johansson-Pape were constantly inspired by nature in their work during the mid-century era. Subtly incorporating natural fabrics, such as leather, within her models showcased her application of modern ideas in the composition of lighting design. On the “Senator” table lamp, the beautifully aged dark brown leather wraps around the stem, revealing a nuanced interplay of warm tones which adds character as well as depth to the piece. Two significant elements of the lamp - its neck and round base - shine in their mesmerising honey-toned glow crafted in brass, their smoothness contrasting with the textured leather winding around the stem. The elegant lampshade “crowns” over the rest of the lamp in its deep dark hue, enhancing the beautiful contrast of the dominant golden-yellow and brown elements even further, blending textures and colours magnificently. The enameled metal shade is supported by an inner acrylic reflector, creating a more evenly diffused glow of the soft light.
Finnish designers excelled in creating many of the most well-known models of mid-century lighting fixtures. Made out of high quality materials this table lamp truly stands the test of time, retaining its allure across generations. With its quiet presence, the “Senator” model is a timeless piece that complements any interior.
SOLD
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some marks and scratches. The lamp has recently been rewired.
Dimensions:
16.14 in ø x 23.03 in H
41 cm ø x 58.5 cm H
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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