Josef Frank floor lamps

Item number: 139849Category: Lighting
This is sold as a set of 2 pieces.
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These very rare floor lamps, model 2564, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden during the 1950s, showcase a refined blend of brass and black lacquered metal paired with their original fabric lampshades. The design features a slender brass stem rising from a circular brass base, which is elevated on small wooden feet, creating a harmonious balance between solidity and lightness. Near the top, a spherical brass housing sits beneath the shade, contributing to the lamps’ distinctive proportions and sculptural character.

Josef Frank, an Austrian-Swedish architect and designer, was a pioneering figure in Scandinavian modernism. His work is noted for combining elegance with functionality, emphasizing comfort and timeless aesthetics. His collaboration with Svenskt Tenn—a Swedish design firm established in 1924—was instrumental in shaping the company’s signature style, which marries classic influences with modern forms and luxurious materials.

These floor lamps exemplify mid-century Scandinavian design principles, characterized by restrained elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. The interplay of brass and black lacquered metal provides a sophisticated visual contrast, while the original fabric shades soften and diffuse the light, creating a warm and inviting ambient glow.

The lamps remain in vintage condition, displaying a natural patina on the brass surfaces and minor wear on the fabric shades consistent with their age. The dimensions are approximately 43 centimeters in diameter and 153 centimeters in height, or 16.9 by 60.2 inches, making them both elegant and substantial lighting elements.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
H: 153 / : 43
ProducerSvenskt Tenn
ColorBlack, Cream, Gold
Decade1960s
CountrySweden
StyleMid Century, Scandinavian Modern
MaterialBrass, Lacquer, Metal
Designed in1950s
Item Number139849
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Designer

Josef Frank

Josef Frank (1885–1967) was an Austrian-born architect, furniture designer, and textile artist who became a central figure in Swedish modernism. He is best known for his vividly patterned textiles and distinctive approach to furniture and interi...

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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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