Bergboms table lamp

This rare table lamp was produced by Bergboms in Sweden during the 1970s. Constructed entirely from brass, the lamp exhibits a minimalist, geometric profile featuring a cylindrical base, a vertical upright stem, and a right-angled arm that ends in a dome-shaped shade. The proportions and functional clarity of the design align with Scandinavian modernist principles prominent in the postwar period, while the warm patina and brass material add a sculptural quality that resonates with 1970s interior aesthetics.

The brass surface has naturally aged, developing a patina with scattered areas of tarnish and oxidation, particularly visible on the shade. The on/off switch is integrated directly on the lamp head, a design detail typical of Swedish task and desk lighting from this era. The lamp provides focused downward illumination, making it well suited for reading or writing tasks.

Bergboms was an influential Swedish lighting manufacturer active primarily in the mid-20th century. The company collaborated with notable designers such as Alf Svensson and Eje Ahlgren, contributing significantly to the development of Scandinavian lighting characterized by restrained use of quality materials and clean, functional lines. While the designer of this specific model remains unknown, the lamp reflects the company’s aesthetic values.

The lamp is in good overall condition, with structurally sound joints and functional wiring. It shows signs of age-appropriate wear including oxidation and superficial surface marks. Its dimensions are 19 cm wide, 42 cm deep, and 54 cm high (approximately 7.5 by 16.5 by 21.3 inches).