Danish "Slack I" Ivory Metal Floor Lamp by Mart Van Schijndel for Martech, 1979

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A 1979 “Slack I” floor lamp by Dutch architect Mart van Schijndel, produced in small numbers in his own workshop, … Read more A 1979 “Slack I” floor lamp by Dutch architect Mart van Schijndel, produced in small numbers in his own workshop, Martech. Van Schijndel, an influential figure of Dutch Structuralism, approached lighting as architecture in miniature, a philosophy distilled in this tall, faceted silhouette. Formed from planes of ivory-lacquered sheet metal, the lamp rises in a subtle twist, its surfaces shifting in tone as they catch the light. The concealed uplight at the top casts a soft glow upward while allowing a spill of illumination to wash down the open seams, emphasizing the structure’s geometry. Handmade in limited quantities and standing just over six feet tall, the Slack I has become one of van Schijndel’s most sought-after designs, celebrated for its purity of form and the way it transforms light through its shifting planes. Condition: Very good vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear to the ivory-lacquered metal surfaces, including minor scuffing and faint marks along the edges. Retains the original maker’s mark. Professionally rewired by our team of restorationists with a new plug and switch. Accepts one halogen light bulb. See less