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Germany / 1960 / wire pending lamp / Paul Secon for Sompex / plastic / mid-century / vintage
Vintage pendant …
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Germany / 1960 / wire pending lamp / Paul Secon for Sompex / plastic / mid-century / vintage
Vintage pendant lamp made of perspex and woven wire, designed by Paul Secon for Sompex, Germany ca. 1960. Clear design with a lucite perspex frame and woven nylon wire. Paul Secon design many variations of this iconic lamp. The perspex dome allows maximum light diffusion and the graphical woven wire creates a dramatic lighting effect.
Sompex was founded in 1948 by Rolf O. Burghard as the Soest Import en Export Company in Soest, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. In 1950 they moved to Düsseldorf. Sompex was the exclusive importer of Scandinavian design and expanded rapidly. Since the 1970’s Sompex is focused on interior lighting. The company is a family business and it still exists.
Maximum length cable: 70 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution,
Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.
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- Dimensions
- 17.72ʺW × 17.72ʺD × 11.81ʺL
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Plastic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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