Ceramic Table Lamp by Birger Åström, Sweden, 1960s

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A striking original swedish vintage brutalist style ceramic table lamp by renowned swedish ceramic artist birger åström (1930–2020), from the … Read more A striking original swedish vintage brutalist style ceramic table lamp by renowned swedish ceramic artist birger åström (1930–2020), from the 1960/70s, signed by the artist.

the sculptural form combines a narrow elongated neck with a rounded, pierced body and broad foot, finished in åström's characteristic dark blue-green glaze. The numerous hand-cut openings give the piece a strong architectural and brutalist character, while also creating beautiful effects when illuminated.

birger åström was a swedish studio ceramicist who worked from his own workshop in ås, outside örnsköldsvik. He became known for his experimental glazes and individually crafted stoneware, with his work ranging from functional ceramics to highly sculptural objects.

this is a particularly attractive example for collectors of scandinavian modern, brutalist design and swedish studio pottery. The combination of sculpture and functional lighting makes it especially suitable as a statement piece in a curated interior.

fitted with an eu electrical socket.

in excellent condition.

artist: birger åström (1930–2020)
origin: sweden
era: 1960s–1970s
style: scandinavian modern / brutalist / studio pottery
medium: glazed ceramic / stoneware
signature: signed
height: 37 cm (14.6")
diameter: 15 cm (5.9")
weight: 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs)
condition: in excellent condition.
european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less