Svend Aage Holm Sørensen floor lamp
This very rare height-adjustable floor lamp, designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen and produced by Holm Sørensen & Co in Denmark, is an exemplary piece of mid-century Danish lighting design. The lamp demonstrates Holm Sørensen’s hallmark blend of functional innovation and material expressiveness, incorporating a refined mix of steel, teak, and brass.
The lamp’s structure is anchored by a minimalist steel base, which provides stability while maintaining a visually light and angular profile. The base and related components are finished in a dark, industrial tone, with signs of surface oxidation and patina consistent with the lamp’s age, contributing to its authentic vintage character.
Rising vertically from the base is a linear teak stem, featuring rich, reddish-brown tones and a finely grained surface. The wood appears well-preserved, showing minor wear and a soft sheen that reflects years of careful use. The teak adds a warm contrast to the cooler steel base and the muted golden finish of the brass hardware.
The height of the lamp can be adjusted using a precisely integrated brass mechanism, which slides along the upper section of the stem. This brass element is aged, displaying a natural patina and minor surface marks, enhancing the lamp’s period presence. The absence of a lampshade provides an opportunity for individual customization and emphasizes the clarity of the lamp’s structure and proportions.
The overall composition is vertical and balanced, with each material playing a distinct visual and structural role. The interplay between wood, metal, and brass speaks to Holm Sørensen’s ability to orchestrate contrasting textures and finishes within a unified modernist aesthetic.
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen was a prominent Danish designer known for his expressive approach to lighting, often exploring sculptural forms and rich material contrasts. His collaboration with Holm Sørensen & Co resulted in a range of now-iconic lighting designs that remain highly collectible and respected for their craftsmanship and visual clarity.
Dimensions: 50 cm diameter × adjustable height from 165 cm to 185 cm
In inches: 19.7 in Ø × 65.0–72.8 in adjustable height
Dimensions (cm) | H: 165 / ⌀: 50 Max height: H: 185 |
| Producer | Holm Sørensen & Co |
| Color | Black, Brown |
| Decade | 1950s |
| Country | Denmark |
| Style | Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern |
| Material | Brass, Steel, Teak |
| Designed in | 1950s |
| Item Number | 230063 |
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (1913–2004) was a Danish designer and lighting manufacturer best known for his expressive and sculptural mid-century modern lighting designs. Trained as a furniture designer, Holm-Sørensen became internationally recogn...
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