Mid-Century Giraffe Lamp in Teak by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, 1950s

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A rare Giraffe floor lamp designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, circa 1950s. An exceptional example … Read more A rare Giraffe floor lamp designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson for Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden, circa 1950s. An exceptional example of Swedish mid-century modern lighting from the golden age of Scandinavian design.
The lamp features an elegant tripod base crafted from solid teak with beautiful grain and warm honey patina.

The three gracefully angled legs converge at a slender stem, creating the distinctive sculptural silhouette that gave this design its "Giraffe" nickname among collectors. The conical shade has been professionally reupholstered in natural beige linen, providing soft, diffused ambient lighting with a refined textile quality characteristic of Nordic modernist interiors.

The teak base is in very good vintage condition, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship and natural material quality that define postwar Swedish design. Original Luxus Vittsjö manufacturer's label present. The shade has been expertly restored with new high-quality linen fabric.

A refined piece for collectors of Scandinavian mid-century lighting and a statement addition to contemporary interiors. Perfect for residential projects and commercial design spaces seeking authentic vintage Nordic design with provenance.

Designer: Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Manufacturer: Luxus Vittsjö, Sweden
Period: 1950s
Materials: Solid teak, professionally reupholstered linen shade
Condition: Teak base in very good vintage condition. Shade professionally restored with new linen. 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,
European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less