President Desk Lamp by Fase Black Lacquered Edition and Mongoy Wood, 1968

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Description

An absolute icon of Spanish Mid-Century design, the President lamp, produced by the prestigious Madrid-based manufacturer Fase, is a masterpiece … Read more An absolute icon of Spanish Mid-Century design, the President lamp, produced by the prestigious Madrid-based manufacturer Fase, is a masterpiece of the late 1960s. This 1968 example is distinguished by the particularly elegant combination of black lacquer, chrome, and mongoy wood.

Highlights & Specific Features of the Lamp

• High-End Aesthetics and Contrasts: The head (reflector) and circular base retain their original black lacquer, offering a striking contrast with the chrome arm.

• Precious Mongoy Wood: The arm is carved from original mongoy (rosewood), characteristic of the brand's early years of production. It features a dark, deep, and highly graphic grain.

• Robust Transitional Edition (1968): This lamp benefits from the two-screw fastening system connecting the wooden arm to the metal. This historic technical evolution comes after the very first single-screw models, while retaining the characteristics of the first series, notably the wood, the shape, and the electrical configuration.

• Classic Ergonomics: This version features its original push-button, ideally positioned on the lamp head, ensuring smooth daily use and an aesthetic faithful to Fase's iconic designs.

• Preserved Original Wiring: The electrical wiring, cord, and plug are original, reflecting a respected and unaltered history. The lamp is equipped with its double socket for two E27 bulbs.

Technical Specifications

• Designer/Manufacturer: Fase Madrid (Spain)

• Model: President (1st year, 2nd edition)

• Year of Production: 1968

• Materials: Mongoy wood, chrome-plated steel, black lacquered metal

• Dimensions: Height ~40 cm | Head Diameter ~30 cm Base diameter ~21 cm

Condition

• Structure and Aesthetics: Very good vintage condition. The wood is splendid, the chrome is bright, and the black lacquer has retained all its luster (no chips, cracks, or warping, only very slight losses of lacquer on the head and base: in the form of small dots/normal for its age).

• Note: Sold without its original glass diffuser, but it can easily be replaced. 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