Glazed Chamotte Stoneware Table Lamp with Blue Details by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer Keramik, Denmark 1960s
Glazed Chamotte Stoneware Table Lamp with Blue Details by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer Keramik, Denmark 1960s
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Fridtjof Sejersen founded Sejer Keramik in Denmark in 1943, where between the 1940s and 70s he developed a distinctive body of work in chamotte stoneware, a type of ceramic known for its durability and textured finish. His lamps are particularly recognised for their tactile surfaces and individually worked glazes, with each example displaying subtle variations created during the firing process.
This table lamp is crafted from glazed chamotte stoneware. The coarse texture of the the material remains visible beneath the glaze, creating a surface that is rich in depth and character. The thick dark blue glaze flows naturally over the recessed details while catching the raised edges, accentuating the geometry of the pattern. At the same time, it introduces a bold, yet elegant colour. The timeless tine integrates beautifully in even the most minimalist environments. The base has a plump, rounded profile that feels grounded and inviting, while the stem is slender and long. The slim tapering silhouette provides an elegant counterpoint to the rounded base, while the simple cylindrical shade allows the sculptural qualities of the ceramic to remain the focal point. The base features a geometric pattern, which adds to the visual interest of the design.
Combining careful craftsmanship with expressive glazing, this lamp exemplifies Sejersen's approach to functional ceramics. It is equally compelling as a source of ambient light or as a sculptural object, bringing texture, colour, and material richness to an interior without relying on excessive ornament. Whether placed on a side table, shelf, or desk, it pairs easily with both modern and more traditional furnishings.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the item may have marks, scratches, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 (standard) fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.75 in ø x 24.21 in H
40 cm ø x 61.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
The Danish design paradigm focuses on mixing practicality, modern aesthetics and expert craftsmanship. This table lamp is the embodiment of those widely loved characteristics.
The lamp’s base is composed of richly textured ceramic, its rounded shape featuring organic relief patterns catch and refract light even when unlit. The floral surface decoration, with its delicate leaves and petals gives the piece a tactile quality. A balance between softness and structure characterise this table lamp, as the ceramic body is softened by gentle curves of the shade and the pleasant warm light, creating exquisite harmony. Moreover, the glaze is layered and complex, shifting between deep and glossy blue highlights that catch and reflect the light. These details give the lamp a sense of movement and dynamism. When illuminated, the glaze gains additional warmth, and the lamp becomes both a functional light source and a sculptural object.
As a piece, this lamp works beautifully in interiors that value character and material honesty. It adds warmth and texture to a room, whether placed on a side table, shelf, or desk, and pairs easily with both modern and more traditional furnishings. Beyond its practical use, it represents a moment in Danish design where studio ceramics and functional objects came together seamlessly.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired. Due to the age and nature of the ceramic, the lamp may have marks, scratches, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 (standard) fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
13.78 in ø x 16.73 in H
35 cm ø x 42.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
This handmade table lamp was designed by the brilliant Danish artist, Einar Johansen, and produced by Søholm Stentøj (Søholm stoneware). The manufactory was one of the oldest and most revered names in Danish ceramics. It was founded in Rønne on the Baltic island of Bornholm in 1835, and produced ceramics until the factory closed in 1996.
Johansen originally trained as a painter at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, and that truly shows in his ceramic work as well. This table lamp has a beautiful sculptural ceramic body featuring a glaze in shades of white, brown, and blue, and a clear artistic touch. It is adorned with a distinctive decorative element on the body, displaying a sculptural motif shaped like fluted steps. The wide cylindrical shade features a light fabric, completing the piece and giving a warm, inviting feel to it. A balance between softness and structure characterises this piece, the heavy stone body is softened by gentle curves and crevices and the pleasant warm light, creating exquisite harmony. With its playful design and intriguing glazing technique the table lamp provides plenty of visual interest. The overall aesthetic is essentially Nordic modern thanks to the combination of interesting material choices and a design that feels organic and natural.
In the middle of the 20th century, Einar Johansen created a wide range of stoneware which has become highly sought after by collectors today. His works tread a fine line between art and design; they are not just functional objects but a piece of decor that encapsulates the organic aesthetic of mid-20th century design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
18.31 in H x 13.98 in ø
46.5 cm H x 35.5 cm ø
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
This handmade table lamp was designed by the brilliant Danish artist, Einar Johansen, and produced by Søholm Stentøj (Søholm stoneware). The manufactory was one of the oldest and most revered names in Danish ceramics. It was founded in Rønne on the Baltic island of Bornholm in 1835, and produced ceramics until the factory closed in 1996.
Like many of his contemporaries, Johansen originally trained as a painter at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, and that truly shows in his ceramic work. This table lamp has a beautiful sculptural ceramic body featuring a glaze in shades of white, brown, and blue, and a clear artistic touch. It is adorned with a distinctive decorative element on the body, displaying a sculptural motif shaped like fluted steps. The wide cylindrical shade features a light fabric, completing the piece and giving a warm, inviting feel to it. A balance between softness and structure characterises this piece, the heavy stone body is softened by gentle curves and crevices, as well as the pleasant warm light, creating exquisite harmony. With its playful design and intriguing glazing technique the table lamp provides plenty of visual interest. The overall aesthetic is essentially Nordic modern thanks to the combination of interesting material choices and a design that feels organic and natural.
In the middle of the 20th century, Einar Johansen created a wide range of stoneware which has become highly sought after by collectors today. His works tread a fine line between art and design; they are not just functional objects but pieces of decor that encapsulate the organic aesthetic of mid-20th century design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the glazed stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. The lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.94 in W x 10.24 in D x 19.09 in H
40.5 cm W x 26 cm D x 48.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Noomi Backhausen was one of the defining designers at Søholm Keramik on the Danish island of Bornholm, where she created ceramics, lamps, and decorative objects distinguished by bold decoration and expressive glazing. Working at Søholm from the 1960s onward, she developed a highly recognisable visual language built around stylised organic forms and sculptural surfaces.
This table lamp showcases Backhausen's characteristic artistic approach through a stoneware table lamp featuring a large stylised leaf motif in deep blue against a lighter background in shades of off-white and rusty oranges. Not only this, but she is able to utilise negative space and playful designs to include a switched form, of a light leaf against the blue background. The piece relies on both glaze sections and on raised contours and recessed surfaces to delimit the contours and create a statement piece, giving the surface a tactile quality. The elongated oval form provides an ideal canvas, with the flowing curves of the leaf echoing the silhouette of the lamp itself. The contrast between the clay body and the simple shade allows the ceramic base to remain the visual focus, highlighting the balance between decorative form and functional lighting.
The handmade character of this lamp preserves subtle variations that reflect the individuality of each piece. Backhausen helped establish pottery as one of Denmark's leading producers of artistic stoneware during the mid-century period, and this lamp is an excellent example of her work.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the glazed stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
12.20 in ø x 15.94 in H
31 cm ø x 40.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
20th century Danish design emerged as a golden era where form seamlessly intertwined with function, giving rise to creative and unique pieces that continue to captivate contemporary sensibilities. Designers from the region brought a refreshing breath of innovation to modern design.
This table lamp exemplifies the elegance found in the organic, refined craftsmanship characteristic of mid-century Scandinavian design. The piece features a slender, tapering ceramic base with a richly textured glaze. The base has decorative motifs which greatly add to the visual interest while also ensuring textural depth. This design reflects the approach that an object can be utilitarian yet still anchored in the artistic ceramic traditions that defined Danish craft throughout the mid-20th century. Meticulously crafted, this table lamp showcases the incredible skill and talent of Birte Vedel Howard. The sculptural form takes inspiration from nature, having an organic, fluid look. Surpassing strict functionality, it is a whimsical representation of the innovative experimentation in Danish lighting design.
This model is uniquely stylish and guaranteed to stand out. Adding illumination to a living space with this charming table lamp will not only improve the ambience, but it will also bring a piece of design history to an interior.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the glazed stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 (standard) fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.94 in W x 10.04 in D x 19.49 in H
40.5 cm W x 25.5 cm D x 49.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Jette Hellerøe was among the ceramic artists who collaborated with the Danish workshop Axella during the 1970s, a period when studio pottery played an increasingly important role in Scandinavian interior design. Axella's production focused on handcrafted stoneware with expressive glazes and decoration, translating the qualities of studio ceramics into functional objects for the home. Hellerøe's designs are characterised by their sculptural forms and carefully worked surfaces, making each lamp unique in its own right.
The piece features a slender, tapering ceramic base with a richly textured glaze. Its surface features tonal variations and a lovely abstract pattern. The base of this piece features decorative motifs which greatly add to the visual interest while also adding depth. This design reflects the approach that an object can be utilitarian yet still anchored in the artistic ceramic traditions that defined Danish craft throughout the mid-20th century. The fabric shade introduces a layer of warmth, diffusing the light into an ambient glow that complements the ceramic below. The earthy tones, ranging from muted browns to softer, lighter hues, reinforce the natural character of the ceramic, allowing the glaze to complement the texture rather than dominate it. What gives this lamp its presence is the way it feels anchored without appearing heavy. The form is simple, yet the surface carries enough detail to hold attention. Whether placed on a side table or console, its material qualities can be appreciated without needing excess ornament to stand out.
Jette Hellerøe’s designs represent the bulk of Axella’s pieces, and lamps like this one demonstrate why her career was so successful. From the carefully modelled ceramic body, tactile relief decoration, and balanced proportions, the lamp is a perfect example of the Scandinavian ceramic tradition.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the ceramic, the table lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 (standard) fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
13.78 in ø x 11.02 in H
35 cm ø x 28 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
This table lamp was designed by the brilliant Danish artist, Einar Johansen, and produced by Søholm Stentøj (Søholm Stoneware), a pottery studio located on the island of Bornholm. Johansen was a leading Danish ceramic designer of the mid-20th century. He originally trained as a painter at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen where he honed his artistic skills before his employment at Søholm Stentøj.
This model “1052” table lamp features a striking ceramic base defined by geometric facets that create a strong, architectural form. The sharp angles, combined with the rich colour of the ceramic remind almost of a raw crystal or precious stone. The rich blue glaze introduces depth and tonal variation across the surface. Subtle shifts in colour emphasise the handmade character of the piece, striving to transmit the unique charm of the piece. The wide conical shade complete the look, its wide form balancing the body and ensuring that the glow is distributed beautifully throughout any room the lamp is placed in. The lamp reflects the Scandinavian ability to combine bold form with restrained elegance. With its playful design and intriguing glazing technique the table lamp provides plenty of visual interest.
Danish ceramic design of this period balanced functional clarity with artistic individuality to elevate everyday objects. The pieces that came as a result continue to impress to this day. Timeless and expressive, this table lamp works effortlessly as both a functional light source and a decorative accent.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the material, the lamp may have marks, scratches 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 23.62 in H
50 cm ø x 60 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Jette Hellerøe belongs to the generation of Danish ceramicists who expanded the role of studio pottery during the 1960s and 1970s, bringing hand-thrown stoneware into functional objects for the home. She produced numerous designs for Axella, a Danish workshop founded in the 1970s. Her work for the manufacturer is particularly associated with lamps and other stoneware forms whose surfaces became an important part of their design.
Model “631,” produced during the 1970s, is an Axella design executed in stoneware with a stand-out organic relief decoration. The lamp has a rounded stoneware body that narrows sharply as it transitions into a tall, slender neck. Across the lower section, Hellerøe worked the surface with large flowing carvings that resemble leaves, spirals and curling botanical forms. Recessed outlines separate the motifs while allowing a rich blue glaze to lay within the ridges. The tonal contrast carries on to the neck, which is left unglazed, exposing the chamotte clay, giving the surface an earthy depth and making the relief particularly pronounced. Above, the tall fabric shade expands upwards and outward adding visual substance to the piece. Its simple profile balances the weight of the ceramic base, while the warm diffused light brings out the irregularities of the glaze and the shadows within the relief.
The model “631” has the presence of a ceramic artwork while remaining a functional source of ambient light. The lamp holds enough character to shine on its own on a console, side table or bedside cabinet, as a particularly expressive example of Hellerøe’s work for Axella and of the tactile character associated with Danish ceramics of the 1970s.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the stoneware, the lamp may have marks, scratches and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.94 in ø x 23.82 in H
40.5 cm ø x 60.5 cm H
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Price category: 1,000 - 2,500 usd / eur
Nils Kähler belonged to the fourth generation of ceramicists, continuing the Kähler family tradition. He worked at the Kähler ceramics factory in Næstved, one of Denmark’s long-established pottery workshops. Table lamps formed an important part of this production during the 1950s and 1960s, with examples featuring unique glazing and relief decoration.
This table lamp features glazing and relief decoration and has a compact stoneware base. It’s construction starts with a broader circular foot before narrowing slightly before rising into a long tapered neck. Its surface is divided as clearly by texture as it is by colour and form. The neck is defined by the unglazed stoneware, where the granular clay remains visible, while a muted yellow glaze covers the lower section. Subtle diagonal ridges decorate the body, catching darker tones of glaze and giving this relatively small base depth. This type of partial glazing, as well as decoration is characteristic of Kähler lamps from the period. Above, the elongated neck creates a vertical counterpoint to the broad conical fabric shade. The shade is the biggest part of the piece, juxtaposing the small stoneware body. When illuminated, the shade casts a warm light downward onto the ceramic, highlighting the beige and sandy tones.
Its restrained palette is precisely what gives the lamp such versatility: the warm colours bring charm into a room without overwhelming the surroundings. On a bedside table, console or side table, it works as both atmospheric lighting and a strong piece of Danish studio pottery, with enough character to remain eye-catching even when unlit.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
8.46 in ø x 12.40 in H
21.5 cm ø x 31.5 cm H
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Price category: 2,500 - 5,000 usd / eur
Kähler Keramik, founded in Næstved in 1839, became one of the defining names in Danish studio ceramics through its combination of traditional craftsmanship and artistic experimentation. Under the direction of fourth-generation potter Nils Kähler, the workshop embraced a distinctly modern approach during the post-war decades, producing stoneware that emphasised sculptural form, richly developed glazes, and hand-worked surface decoration.
Produced during the 1950s, this lamp is a refined example of Danish ceramic design where craftsmanship and material experimentation meet timeless functionality. The lamp features a tall, finely proportioned stoneware base whose shape moves from a compact cylindrical foot into a long tapering neck. This design reflects an approach that an object can be utilitarian yet still anchored in the artistic ceramic traditions that defined Danish craft throughout the mid-20th century. The eye-catching lower section is covered in a rich blue glaze, with subtle horizontal ridges, characteristic of Kähler’s designs, giving the small foot a great amount of texture. The unglazed clay above has a dry, granular surface that contrasts strongly with the rich glaze below. As the form rises, it narrows gradually before the fitting. A broad cylindrical fabric shade completes the composition, repeating the horizontal emphasis of the blue foot while contrasting verticality of the ceramic body. When illuminated, its warm light accentuates the sandy tones of the exposed stoneware.
As a whole, the lamp represents the strengths of Danish mid-century design, where simplicity was a way of allowing material, form, and light to shine. Kähler’s work sits within this tradition, with pieces such as this table lamp carrying his legacy.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamp has recently been reconditioned. The shade is a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the stoneware, the lamp may have marks, and discolouration. This lamp is compatible with an E26 / E27 standard fitting. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
16.14 in W x 9.84 in D x 21.26 in H
41 cm W x 25 cm D x 54 cm H
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Price category: 5,000 - 7,500 usd / eur
Kähler Keramik, founded in Næstved in 1839, became one of the defining names in Danish studio ceramics through its combination of traditional craftsmanship and artistic experimentation. Under the direction of fourth-generation potter Nils Kähler, the workshop embraced a distinctly modern approach during the post-war decades, producing stoneware that emphasised sculptural form, richly developed glazes, and hand-worked surface decoration.
This model “613X31” pair exemplifies why table lamps were an important part of Kähler's ceramic tradition. Each lamp is a gently tapering cylindrical vessel, broadening from the neck towards the base. The stoneware is finished in a warm amber-brown glaze with a stand-out crackled surface that gives the ceramic remarkable visual depth. Geometric decorations cover both lamps, composed of alternating chevrons, spirals, and vertical linear motifs arranged in horizontal bands that wrap around the vessel. While the two pieces are not identical, they include exactly the right amount of symmetry to arrive at an impactful visual pair. Near the neck, a darker unglazed collar provides a visual transition to the brass fittings, while the restrained silhouette allows the richly textured decoration to remain the focal point. The softly scalloped textile shades introduce another layer of texture, their undulating edges echoing the rhythmic motifs below while diffusing a warm, even light. Together, the crisp incision, glossy glaze, and tactile fabric shades create a composition that rewards close inspection from every angle.
The pair demonstrates the close relationship between Danish studio pottery and interior design during the 1960s, when ceramic lighting became an extension of the country's celebrated stoneware tradition. Their balanced proportions, expressive surface decoration, and rich amber tone allow them to function equally as sculptural ceramic objects and as refined sources of ambient light.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table lamps have recently been reconditioned and rewired. The shades are a later replacement. Due to the age and nature of the glazed stoneware, the lamps may have marks, and discolouration. These lamps are compatible with E26 / E27 standard fittings. All lighting can be converted for US usage.
Dimensions:
15.75 in ø x 21.26 in H
40 cm ø x 54 cm H