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Robert sonneman for george kovacs desk lamp, usa, circa 1980s
a striking 1980s postmodern desk lamp designed by robert sonneman …
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Robert sonneman for george kovacs desk lamp, usa, circa 1980s
a striking 1980s postmodern desk lamp designed by robert sonneman for george kovacs, featuring a distinctive combination of lacquered metal, brass-toned elements and colored glass.
the lamp is characterized by its sculptural, architectural silhouette, with two slender brass-finished vertical supports rising from a substantial deep burgundy/red lacquered metal base. At the top, a matching stepped metal housing incorporates a finely perforated metal grille, while a long, gently rounded green glass diffuser extends horizontally across the structure, creating a strong visual contrast with the warm red and gold tones.
the geometric composition, contrasting materials and bold color palette are highly evocative of american postmodern design of the 1980s, while the balanced, symmetrical construction reflects sonneman’s characteristic approach to functional lighting as sculptural objects. The lamp has an unmistakably decorative yet industrial character, making it particularly striking both as a functional light and as a collectible design piece.
dimensions h39 x w44 x d12cm
european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.
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- Dimensions
- 17.32ʺW × 4.72ʺD × 15.35ʺL
- Styles
- Memphis
- Period
- 1980s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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