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Vintage orange table lamp designed by josef hůrka for napako, czechoslovakia, circa 1960s. A characteristic example of postwar czechoslovak lighting …
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Vintage orange table lamp designed by josef hůrka for napako, czechoslovakia, circa 1960s. A characteristic example of postwar czechoslovak lighting design, the lamp combines a vivid orange lacquered metal body with a slender sculptural chrome-plated support. Its bold color, functional construction and clean geometric silhouette reflect the space age and mid-century modern aesthetic that shaped progressive european lighting during the 1960s. The large directional shade can be adjusted to position the light as required, making the piece suitable as a desk, reading, bedside or accent lamp. The curved chrome support creates a particularly elegant profile and provides a strong visual contrast with the saturated orange finish. Designed by josef hůrka, known for his innovative lighting designs for the czechoslovak manufacturer napako. The lamp has been carefully cleaned and repolished and fitted with new electrical wiring. It retains minor signs of use and age consistent with an authentic vintage piece, including small surface marks visible in the photographs. Designer: josef hůrka manufacturer: napako country of origin: czechoslovakia period: 1960s style: space age / mid-century modern materials: lacquered metal, chrome-plated metal color: orange / chrome dimensions: height: 50 cm / 19.69 in width: 16 cm / 6.30 in depth: 29 cm / 11.42 in lighting: 1 × e27/e26 bulb us compatible condition: carefully repolished and fitted with new electrical wiring. Minor signs of use and age consistent with its vintage character. this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.
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- Dimensions
- 6.3ʺW × 11.42ʺD × 19.69ʺL
- Designer
- Josef Hurka
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Czechia
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Orange
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Refinished, Rewired, new … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Refinished, Rewired, new electrical Lighting: 1 × E27/E26 bulb US compatible, Wear consistent with age and use less
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