Brutalist Aluminum Table Lamp by Willy Luyckx for Aloclair, 1960s, Set of 2

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Pair of Brutalist cast aluminum cylinder table Lamps with organic textured relief by Willy Luyckx, Belgium, 1970. Willy Luyckx was … Read more Pair of Brutalist cast aluminum cylinder table Lamps with organic textured relief by Willy Luyckx, Belgium, 1970. Willy Luyckx was a goldsmith who worked for goldsmith Camille Colruyt before starting his own business in the 1960's. The 1960's gave us the first moon landing and unprecedented change in the social norms. The designs of Willy Luyckx are reflected in these changes of the 1960's and 70's. Under the name Aluclair he produced a range of items, all made in this burned aluminium; ashtrays, candlesticks, lamps such as this one. For shipping reasons the lamps sold without the shades. The measurements are also without shades Standard drum shale shades can be found tn black and white with dimensions; Diameter-35/40 cm Height- 22/24 cm They are rewired to British Standards. 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. See less