Danish Modern Floor Lamp with Tripod Base by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (Attr.), Denmark Mid-20th Century



















Danish Modern Floor Lamp with Tripod Base by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (Attr.), Denmark Mid-20th Century
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Mid-century Danish design is celebrated for its clarity of form, refined material use, and quiet sophistication. Throughout the mid-20th century, Danish designers like Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen focused on creating objects that were as functional as they were elegant, emphasizing proportion, restraint, and craftsmanship. Lighting in particular became a defining element of this era, with a focus on design that brought warmth and atmosphere into everyday interiors.
This tripod floor lamp reflects the enduring values of this era. The lamp features a slender brass stem rising from a black-lacquered metal tripod base, creating an airy silhouette. The splayed legs provide structural stability, as well as visual interest through their length. The small brass accents, from the stem to the feet, introduce a touch of refinement to the otherwise minimal form. The combination of black lacquer and brass lends a subtle contrast through the mix of cool and warm tones, adding elegant complexity to the design. The fabric drum shade completes the look, softly diffusing the light to create an inviting ambient glow. The lamp is thoughtfully proportioned, with the shade and base in harmoniously in balance. Holm Sørensen’s work consistently balanced precision and character, and this piece reflects that philosophy. It honours the Scandinavian tradition that valued craftsmanship as much as innovation.
Sophisticated without being ostentatious, this floor lamp offers an ideal solution for interiors seeking both function and atmosphere. Its lightweight frame and timeless material palette make it an enduring piece of Danish mid-century design, simple, practical, yet refined. The lamp’s timeless simplicity allows it to integrate seamlessly into both contemporary and vintage interiors.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The shade is a later replacement.
Dimensions:
15.94 in ⌀ x 61.61 in H
40.5 cm ⌀ x 156.5 cm H