Bertil Brisborg floor lamp

This floor lamp is a rare height adjustable model 31567 designed by Bertil Brisborg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden during the 1940s. The lamp is constructed in brass with a newly fitted fabric shade, combining the warm, patinated metal with a light-textured textile surface. The silhouette is defined by a slender upright stem, a circular weighted base, and an angled arm terminating in a conical shade, allowing directional illumination.

The shaft and base are executed in brass, showing a naturally aged surface with patina and signs of use consistent with age. The conical shade, in a neutral cream tone, has been replaced, maintaining the original proportions and character of the design. The top of the lamp features a spherical switch in painted metal, which still retains traces of its original finish. The construction allows the height of the lamp to be adjusted, enhancing its functionality as a reading or ambient light source.

Bertil Brisborg, trained as an architect, was active in the development of Swedish modern lighting and furniture during the mid-20th century. His work for NK reflected the company’s ambition to merge modernist aesthetics with practical utility, often through refined details and durable materials. NK, Nordiska Kompaniet, was Sweden’s leading department store and design producer at the time, commissioning works from many of the most prominent Scandinavian designers.

The style of this lamp is representative of Swedish functionalism of the 1940s, emphasizing clean geometric forms, tactile surfaces, and a balance between technical efficiency and visual harmony. The brass structure and textile shade reflect the era’s material palette, while the adjustable construction anticipates later developments in modern task lighting.

The lamp is in good vintage condition, with surface wear and patina visible on the brass parts, which enhances its authentic character. The shade is newly made, ensuring proper function and light diffusion.