Hans-Agne Jakobsson table lamp

This table lamp is model B-260, designed by Swedish lighting designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by his company Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, during the 1960s. The lamp is executed in solid brass, featuring a polished conical shade and a slender, bent tubular stem that creates a distinct forward-leaning silhouette. The circular brass base is flat and stable, grounding the otherwise light and airy composition.

The brass surface has developed a warm, even patina, enhancing the depth and character of the metal while retaining its reflective qualities. Minor surface marks are visible on the base and shade, consistent with careful use and contributing to the authentic vintage expression. The shade is adjustable, allowing directional light, making this piece functional as both a desk and reading lamp.

Hans-Agne Jakobsson is renowned for his ability to shape light through material and form, producing a wide range of lamps that have become synonymous with Scandinavian modern design. His designs often soften and diffuse light, though in this model the direct light source combined with the reflective brass interior creates a focused and atmospheric illumination. The lamp retains its original manufacturer’s label and sticker, confirming authenticity and provenance.

The dimensions are 24 cm wide, 60 cm deep, and 64 cm high, corresponding to approximately 9.4 x 23.6 x 25.2 inches. This lamp is a representative example of mid-century Scandinavian lighting design, combining functionalist principles with a sculptural, elegant presence.