Uno & Östen Kristiansson floor lamp
This floor lamp was designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus in Vittsjö, Sweden during the 1960s. The lamp combines brass, plastic, and fabric, reflecting the Scandinavian mid-century modern emphasis on both functionality and refined aesthetics. It features a slender brass stem rising from a circular brass base, supporting a large cylindrical shade made from finely woven fabric.
The fabric shade diffuses light softly and evenly, while an integrated plastic diffuser inside the shade ensures glare-free illumination. The lamp is operated via a pull switch located beneath the shade, a practical feature common in Scandinavian lighting designs from this era.
Uno & Östen Kristiansson were known for their clean, minimalist design language and use of high-quality materials. Luxus, their manufacturing partner, was a prominent Swedish lighting company recognized for producing modernist fixtures that balanced aesthetic appeal with practicality.
The lamp measures 139.5 cm in height, with a shade diameter of 38 cm (54.9 x 15 inches). The brass has developed a natural patina over time, while the fabric shade remains in good condition with minor signs of aging.
Dimensions (cm) | H: 139.5 / ⌀: 38 |
Producer | Luxus |
Color | Gold, White |
Decade | 1960s |
Country | Sweden |
Style | Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern |
Material | Brass, Plastic |
Designed in | 1960s |
Item Number | 138027 |
Östen Kristiansson
Östen Kristiansson (1925–2003) was a Swedish designer and entrepreneur known for his innovative contributions to Scandinavian lighting and furniture design. He was the founder and creative director of the design company Luxus, which became one ...
Read moreUno Kristiansson
Uno Kristiansson (born 1925) was a Swedish designer and electrical engineer, best known as co‑founder and creative force behind the studio Luxus, which he established in Vittsjö, southern Sweden, in 1950. His early training combined practical c...
Read more