Moon Pendant Light by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen for Holm Sorensen & Co, 1950s

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A rare mid-century pendant light designed by svend aage holm sørensen during his influential period in the 1950s. This sculptural … Read more A rare mid-century pendant light designed by svend aage holm sørensen during his influential period in the 1950s. This sculptural fixture features a classic “moon” silhouette created by overlapping white plastic slats, supported on a metal-wire frame with faux-rosewood plastic rims—an elegant combination of warmth and modernism.

details:
designer: svend aage holm sørensen
country: denmark
period: 1950s

materials:
white polypropylene slatted shade
metal wire basket structure
decorative faux-rosewood trim

electricals: original bakelite e27 socket and ceiling rose included

condition:
excellent vintage condition.
slats and wire structure intact
bakelite fittings are original.

design highlights:
sculptural dome form; soft layering produces a diffused glow
typical of post-war scandinavian modern—functional, understated, and organic
eye-catching in contemporary, mid-century modern, or minimalist interiors. Svend or sven aage holm sørensen was a danish designer who created lights for fog & mørup and lyfa in the 1950s, before he started his own business. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and 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. See less