No. 430 Wall Lamps in Golden Metal and Plastic from Erco Leuchten, Germany, 1960s, Set of 2

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A pair of No. 430 wall lamps from the 1960s, designed by Erco Leuchten in Germany, combines the clean form … Read more A pair of No. 430 wall lamps from the 1960s, designed by Erco Leuchten in Germany, combines the clean form of mid-century modern with industrial precision. The base of each wall lamp is a rectangular, rounded metal element with a fine-grained, matte texture in a subtle champagne gold tone. The golden hue varies slightly across the surface, emphasizing the passage of time. The main accent is a cream-beige plastic shade with a silky, satin-matte surface, evenly perforated with micro-details of light-diffusing dots. The mechanical switch on a cord, finished with a gold-colored ball, evokes the daily rituals of the era. Hidden fastenings ensure a consistent line, and attention to edges and proportions expresses a departure from excessive decoration in favor of functional clarity. Individual discolorations and a delicate patina are visible on the lampshades and metal bases. Very good condition – authentic signs of use preserved, stable and decorative construction. These wall lamps echo the balanced voice of the 1960s, when function met sophisticated simplicity. The soft geometry and diffused light grid speak of epochal inspirations: evenings spent in semi-darkness, subtle division of space, sensitivity to industrial materials. The golden tones of the bases blur the line between technology and home warmth, and the gradually aging plastics gain their own unique mark – as if they were recording the light of past decades in their memory. These wall lamps can be placed on both sides of a sofa or bed, creating symmetry and emphasizing the rhythm of the interior. They work well on a light-colored wall, surrounded by veneered furniture, glass, or ceramics with a distinctive texture. It is worth complementing them with textiles in neutral, sandy, or warm colors and graphics in thin black frames, emphasizing the harmony of the mid-century modern style in your home decor.
Examples of famous buildings with Erco lamps include Hagia Sophia, the Louvre, Munich Airport, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, the Brandenburg Gate, and the Reichstag. Erco lighting is used in many art galleries and museums.

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