Hans-Agne Jakobsson ceiling lamp

Item number: 143617Category: Lighting
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This rare ceiling lamp is model T-608, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden. The design exemplifies Jakobsson’s characteristic approach to lighting, which emphasizes soft diffusion and warm, ambient illumination achieved through innovative use of materials.

The lamp’s structure comprises a polished brass frame with three elegantly curved arms, each supporting a cylindrical shade. These shades are surrounded by layers of fine silk fringe in an off-white tone, which creates a gentle, diffused glow when the lamp is illuminated. The fixture hangs from a matching brass canopy via a slender rod, ensuring a cohesive and balanced visual composition.

Hans-Agne Jakobsson was a prominent Swedish interior designer and lighting manufacturer active during the mid-century modern period. His designs frequently incorporated layered and textured materials to produce atmospheric lighting effects. Lamps designed by Jakobsson are highly regarded for their craftsmanship and distinctive Scandinavian modern style.

Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, based in Markaryd, Sweden, was a leading producer of high-quality lighting from the 1950s through the 1970s. The company’s designs are widely recognized as emblematic of Nordic elegance and functionality from that era.

The lamp measures 40 cm in diameter and 64 cm in height (approximately 15.75 by 25.2 inches). It remains in well-preserved vintage condition, showing natural patina on the brass and minor age-related wear on the silk fringe, consistent with its period and use.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
H: 64 / : 40
ProducerHans-Agne Jakobsson AB
ColorCream, Gold
Decade1950s
CountrySweden
StyleMid Century, Scandinavian Modern
MaterialBrass, Silk
Designed in1950s
Item Number143617
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Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919-2009) was a Swedish interior decorator, furniture designer, and lighting innovator known for his timeless contributions to Scandinavian design. Particularly celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship and pioneering appr...

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