Josef Frank floor lamp

Item number: 137925Category: Lighting
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This rare floor lamp, model 2431, was designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden. Originally created in 1938, the lamp exemplifies Frank’s distinctive approach to lighting design, blending functional elements with expressive and playful aesthetics.

The lamp features a black lacquered metal stem mounted on a circular brass base, creating a harmonious contrast between materials while ensuring stability. Three independently adjustable brass arms extend outward, each fitted with a conical shade in different colors—green, cream, and yellow. The original shades show signs of use, including minor stains, adding to the lamp’s vintage character. Each arm is equipped with its own pull switch, allowing for flexible, individualized control of the light sources.

Josef Frank, a key figure in Swedish design, was known for rejecting rigid functionalism in favor of warmth, organic forms, and vibrant color variation. This lamp perfectly embodies his philosophy, combining practicality with a charming, dynamic presence in any interior.

The lamp measures 125 cm in height (49.2 inches) with a total width of 90 cm (35.4 inches). It is in good vintage condition, displaying wear appropriate for its age, particularly on the shades.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
H: 125 / : 90
ProducerSvenskt Tenn
ColorBlack, Cream, Green, Yellow
Decade1930s
CountrySweden
StyleScandinavian Modern
MaterialBrass, Lacquer, Metal
Designed in1938
Item Number137925
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Designer

Josef Frank

Josef Frank (1885 – 1967) was born on July 15, 1885, in Baden bei Wien, Austria. A pioneering architect and designer, Frank is celebrated for his vibrant, human-centered approach to modernism. His work, characterized by bold patterns, rich colo...

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All our fixtures are original items and are sold as vintage items, which means that signs of age and use such as patina, scratches or minor variations in finish may occur. These characteristics are a natural part of the object’s history and value.
All lamps are visually inspected and carefully documented with photos in both studio and illuminated conditions. Electrical components are original unless otherwise stated. We always recommend that a qualified electrician review or update the electrical installation in accordance with applicable electrical safety standards in your country.
Color tones and materials may vary slightly depending on the screen or lighting when photographing. Dimensions are approximate.
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