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Description
Some pieces illuminate a room.
Others define it.
Standing an impressive 7 feet tall and weighing approximately 90 pounds, this …
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Some pieces illuminate a room.
Others define it.
Standing an impressive 7 feet tall and weighing approximately 90 pounds, this monumental Brutalist floor lamp is as much sculpture as it is lighting. Every surface has been painstakingly hand-textured, creating a dramatic volcanic or lava-like finish that transforms under changing light throughout the day.
Its commanding conical base rises into a forged central column supporting five architectural candle-form sockets, producing an unmistakable silhouette that feels both ancient and modern. When illuminated, the warm Edison bulbs accentuate every ridge, texture, and handcrafted imperfection, casting a rich ambient glow that immediately becomes the focal point of any interior.
This is not a mass-produced decorative lamp. It possesses the scale, craftsmanship, and presence associated with artisan studio furniture and collectible Brutalist design from the 1960s through the 1980s. While the maker remains unidentified, the quality of fabrication and extraordinary proportions place it comfortably alongside the work of celebrated American studio metal artists.
Whether placed in a contemporary home, gallery, luxury loft, boutique hotel, wine room, executive office, or dramatic entry hall, this piece functions equally well as lighting and sculptural art.
The lamp has an extraordinary visual presence from every angle and photographs beautifully, yet its true impact can only be appreciated in person.
Because of its substantial weight and size, this piece is ideally suited for local delivery or white-glove transport.
Details
Monumental sculptural floor lamp
Brutalist design
Hand-fabricated textured metal construction
Lava-like volcanic finish
Five-light candelabra design
Original heavy metal construction
Approximately 84 inches tall (7 feet)
Approximately 90 pounds
Working condition: Edison bulbs shown are included (or remove if you are not including them)
Likely American studio craftsmanship, circa 1965–1985, based on construction techniques, materials, and Brutalist design characteristics. Maker remains unidentified.
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- Dimensions
- 18ʺW × 18ʺD × 84ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Dark Gray
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Very good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. The hand-textured finish displays natural variations consistent with artisan fabrication. Fully functional and …
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Very good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. The hand-textured finish displays natural variations consistent with artisan fabrication. Fully functional and ready for use. Minor cosmetic wear consistent with age adds to its sculptural character.
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