Pierre Forssell ceiling lamps

Item number: 250176Category: Lighting
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This rare set of three ceiling lamps was designed by Pierre Forssell and produced by Skultuna in Sweden during the 1950s. Each lamp exemplifies the Brutalist aesthetic, showcasing a highly textured surface and a sculptural presence that typifies Forssell’s expressive and material-forward design approach.

The lamps are constructed entirely from brass and consist of three main elements: a smooth cylindrical upper body, a perforated central section with a cast, organic texture, and a lower cylindrical perforated diffuser. The pierced design of the middle and bottom sections allows light to emit through the circular openings, producing a warm, patterned glow when illuminated. The contrast between the polished brass band and the roughly textured segments emphasizes the artisanal and tactile quality of the pieces.

Each lamp measures 8.5 cm in diameter and 18 cm in height, with an overall hanging height of approximately 70 cm. The condition is excellent, with only minor age-appropriate wear visible on the brass surfaces. This model is characteristic of Forssell’s collaboration with Skultuna, a foundry with centuries of metallurgical craftsmanship, and reflects his transition from formalist modernism into a more brutalist.

Product Details
Dimensions (cm)
H: 18 / : 8.5
Overall height: H: 70
ProducerSkultuna
ColorGold
Decade1950s
CountrySweden
StyleBrutalism, Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern
MaterialBrass
Designed in1950s
Item Number250176
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Designer

Pierre Forssell

Pierre Forssell (1925–2004) trained as a silversmith and taught at Konstfack for most of the 1950s. Several of his works were shown at the Nationalmuseum’s acclaimed exhibition Swedish Silver Today (1953).

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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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