Trumpet 2-Light Pendant by Fog & Mørup for Holmegaard, Denmark, 1960s

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A beautiful and unusual vintage danish trompet two-light pendant / chandelier, designed for fog & mørup.
the trompet first appears … Read more A beautiful and unusual vintage danish trompet two-light pendant / chandelier, designed for fog & mørup.
the trompet first appears in the fog & mørup catalogue in 1963. The designer is not specified in the catalogue, and the design was produced in several configurations, including one-, two- and three-light versions.
this example is the two-light variation, featuring two large organically shaped opal glass trompet shades, combined with elegant teak components.
the opal glass shades are associated with holmegaard glass factory, whose danish glass production is an important part of the appeal of these early scandinavian lighting designs. Trompet glass variations were produced by holmegaard from the late 1960s into the mid-1970s.
the combination of softly diffusing opal glass, warm teak and brass creates a particularly attractive example of danish mid-century lighting.

details
design: trompet
manufacturer: fog & mørup
designer: unspecified
first documented: fog & mørup catalogue, 1963
country: denmark
period: 1960s–1970s
glass: opal glass, produced by holmegaard
wood: teak
configuration: two-light pendant / chandelier
bulb fittings: 2 × e27
sockets: original white bulb sockets
ceiling fitting: original teak ceiling housing with brass tightening cylinder
cable drop: approx. 90–120 cm

design & construction
each light features a large opal glass trompet shade with a warm teak conical end piece.
the two electrical cables rise from the individual shades into a distinctive long, slim teak ceiling housing, measuring approximately 36 cm long × 4 cm high × 3.5 cm wide.
the teak ceiling housing incorporates a brass tightening cylinder, used in conjunction with the internal ceiling hook to secure the fitting neatly against the ceiling.
the combination of the elongated teak ceiling element, brass detail and two suspended opal glass shades gives the chandelier a particularly elegant scandinavian character.

dimensions
overall height: approx. 32 cm
overall diameter: approx. 13 cm
glass shade height: approx. 27.5 cm
teak ceiling housing: approx. 36 × 4 × 3.5 cm
cable drop: approx. 90–120 cm

electrical
2 × e27 bulb fittings
suitable for 110–230v supplies
as with all vintage electrical equipment, we recommend that the wiring, sockets and connections are inspected by a qualified electrician before installation and use.

condition
the chandelier is in very good vintage condition and in full working order, with the expected minor signs of age and use.
there is one small visible chip to the end of one of the opal glass trompet shades. This is shown clearly in the photographs, and we recommend viewing the close-up image carefully before purchase.
the remaining glass, teak and metal components are in good vintage condition.

vintage danish design
the trompet is an especially appealing example of the collaboration between danish lighting manufacturers and specialist glass producers during the mid-century period.

its appearance in the fog & mørup 1963 catalogue establishes the design firmly within the company's 1960s lighting range, while the holmegaard-produced glass variations continued into the later 1960s and 1970s.

the combination of fog & mørup manufacture, holmegaard opal glass and solid teak makes this two-light version an attractive collector's piece and a distinctive statement light for a contemporary interior.

vintage item disclaimer
this is an original vintage lighting piece and should be expected to show some minor signs of age and use.
the photographs form an important part of the and show the condition, materials and details of the lamp.
any significant defects will always be clearly stated. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and 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. See less