Danish Pisa Pendant Lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Mørup, 1968

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Danish mid-century glass pendant designed by the celebrated lighting designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, featuring specialist glass production … Read more Danish mid-century glass pendant designed by the celebrated lighting designer Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup, featuring specialist glass production associated with Denmark's renowned Holmegaard glassworks.

The Pisa is distinguished by its beautifully proportioned cylindrical glass shade, measuring 38 cm in height and 14 cm in diameter. Its white glass construction creates a soft, diffused illumination, giving the pendant a gentle atmospheric quality. The restrained architectural silhouette and carefully considered proportions make it a particularly attractive example of Scandinavian modern lighting.

First documented in a Fog & Mørup catalogue published in 1963, the Pisa belongs to Hammerborg's exploration of glass as a material for contemporary lighting. Its understated form offers an interesting contrast to the more familiar metal designs for which he is widely known.

Importantly, this example retains its original Fog & Mørup Bakelite bulb socket, original ceiling cone and original wire suspension hanger. The preservation of these original components makes it a particularly complete and authentic example of the design.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The pendant retains its original Fog & Mørup Bakelite bulb socket, ceiling cone and wire suspension hanger. The lamp has been confirmed to be in working order.

Dimensions
Height: 38 cm
Diameter: 14 cm

Details
Designer: Jo (Johannes) Hammerborg
Manufacturer: Fog & Mørup
Glassmaker: Holmegaard / Kastrup-Holmegaard Glasværker
Country of manufacture: Denmark
Period: 1960s
Design: Pisa
Style: Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern
Material: Glass
Colour: White
Bulb holder: Original Fog & Mørup Bakelite socket
Suspension: Original wire hanger and ceiling cone
Electrical: Single bulb holder
Plug: European ceiling connection

About the Designer — Jo Hammerborg
Jo Hammerborg (1920–1982) was one of Denmark's most influential twentieth-century lighting designers. Originally trained as a silversmith, he studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and worked for Georg Jensen before becoming chief designer at Fog & Mørup in 1957. During his time with the company, he created more than 180 lighting designs and transformed its aesthetic direction.

His work is admired for its elegant geometry, technical refinement and thoughtful use of materials. While widely recognised for his sculptural metal lamps, Hammerborg also explored glass and other materials, creating designs that combined functional lighting with a strong architectural presence. The Pisa is a fine example of this more understated side of his work.

About the Manufacturer — Fog & Mørup and Holmegaard
Fog & Mørup was one of Denmark's leading lighting manufacturers, with its most celebrated period coinciding with Hammerborg's appointment as chief designer. The company worked with prominent designers and specialist manufacturers to produce innovative lighting for modern interiors, becoming an important name in Danish mid-century design.

The glass for the Pisa is associated with Denmark's distinguished Holmegaard glassmaking tradition. Founded in 1825, Holmegaard became internationally recognised for its high-quality glass production and collaborations with leading Danish designers.

Following the 1965 merger of Holmegaard and Kastrup glassworks, the combined company became known as Kastrup-Holmegaards Glasværker. Its glassmaking expertise complemented the work of Danish lighting manufacturers, creating distinctive designs that combined refined glass craftsmanship with modernist lighting technology.

The Pisa is an appealing example of this collaboration between Danish lighting design and specialist glassmaking This piece has an attribution mark,
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