Two-Armed Art Deco Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1930s
Two-Armed Art Deco Hanging Lamp by ASEA, Sweden 1930s
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Price category: 1,000 - 2,500 usd / eur
Art Deco, emerging from the 1925 Paris Exposition, celebrated craftsmanship, modern materials, and stylised forms - balancing decorative flair with functional clarity. ASEA, one of Sweden’s leading lighting manufacturers, became known during this period for combining bold design with the durability of fine materials to create sophisticated lighting models like this hanging lamp.
This lamp exemplifies the refined geometry and material richness characteristic of the movement. The lamp is constructed in patinated bronze, its deep tones elegantly highlight both its age and craftsmanship. Suspended from a slender rod, the structure ends into a horizontal bar that supports two conical lampshades, delicately placed to diffuse the light softly and evenly. The body is accented with geometric details, including subtle flares and a stepped ornamentation, which underscore the lamp’s architectural quality. The interplay between the rich patina of the bronze and the lightness of the fabric shades creates a harmonious contrast, while the symmetrical arrangement reinforces the balance and rhythm central to Art Deco design. Every element, from the decorative finial to the proportions of the rod, reflects careful attention to detail and the pursuit of elegance in everyday lighting.
As a work of Swedish Art Deco, this ceiling lamp bridges sculptural presence and domestic functionality. It embodies the enduring qualities of the movement: geometric refinement, material richness, and atmospheric light, while also representing ASEA’s important role in shaping Scandinavian lighting in the early 20th century.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The bronze has natural beautiful patina. Item may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The shades are a later replacement.
Dimensions:
15.39 in W x 5.51 in D x 28.93 in H
39 cm W x 14 cm D x 73.5 cm H
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Price category: 7,500 - 10,000 usd / eur
Hans Bergström’s designs are just as scarce today as the information available on the Swedish designer, despite his undeniable quality of output. Guided by the mantra, “Light must be white and shine freely,” he designed and produced functional and modern fixtures that were intended to brighten up entire spaces.
The beauty of these stylish lamps lies in the combination of materials, including the accent wooden necks, the brass elements and the scalloped edged shades. The pairing of brass and wood creates an interesting visual effect, where the organic and traditional look of the wood meets the modern look of brass. Swedish lighting manufacturers, like ASEA, were masters of creating designs with great textural variety - as this lovely table lamp shows. The brass elements tie the materials together in a design that is indeed innovative and modern, yet still fresh to the contemporary eye. The beautiful colours and textures of the materials are further emphasised when the light is turned on by the switch on the base. This elegant pair casts an atmospheric light and thus contributes to the warmth of an interior but also fits perfectly on an elegant surface.
This lamp model effortlessly shows off Bergström’s creativity that he always paired with structural precision and material quality. Hans Bergström had a modernist approach based on quality and attention to detail, and was the favourite lighting designer of many fellow architects, among them Bruno Mathsson.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamps have recently been reconditioned and rewired. The shades are later replacements. Due to the age and nature of the materials, the items may have marks, and discolouration. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.35 in ⌀ x 22.63 in H
39 cm ⌀ x 57.5 cm H