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A pair of mid-century danish design icons: the alfa wall light and its companion, the beta table lamp, both from …
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A pair of mid-century danish design icons: the alfa wall light and its companion, the beta table lamp, both from fog & mørup, exemplify the clean lines, thoughtful functionality, and understated elegance that defined 1960s scandinavian design.
the alfa wall light, first appeared in the 1966 fog & mørup catalogue, several years after the original 1963 release. This pair of lamps on offer are early versions of model.
its compact form and angle-adjustable 11 cm shade make it a perfect reading light, projecting 24–28 cm from the wall depending on the angle. Whether over a bedside table or a home office desk, it combines form and function beautifully.
design highlights:
cylindrical steel shade in matt black with an orange painted interior with a small copper bulb housing.
brass stem with pivot and rotation joint for flexible positioning.
original steel wall plate and press switch.
black e14 bulb socket; compatible with standard bulbs
long original electrical cord
original wall plates allow for easy wall mounting (screws not included)
condition & provenance:
rare to find in such excellent vintage condition, with only minor wear
fully working; uk plug included,
suitable for 110–230 v; as with all vintage electricals, inspection by a qualified electrician is recommended
original boxes included
dimensions:
height: 16.5 cm / 6.5"
depth (projection from wall): 21 cm / 8.3"
shade diameter: 11 cm / 4.3"
cord length: 240 cm / 95"
approximate packed weight: 1.5 kg
a refined pair that celebrates the ingenuity of danish mid-century design, these lamps are as functional as they are collectible, offering both light and history to any contemporary interior. Finding them in such pristine condition is exceptionally rare, making this set a true treasure for design enthusiasts.
this piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic 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.
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- Dimensions
- 4.33ʺW × 9.84ʺD × 5.91ʺL
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Brand
- Fog & Mørup
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
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