Tapio Wirkkala table lamp
This rare KD-11 table or wall lamp was designed by Tapio Wirkkala and produced by Idman in Finland in 1954. A quintessential piece of Finnish modernism, it exemplifies Wirkkala’s mastery in uniting sculptural precision with material sensitivity.
The lamp features a conical white-lacquered metal shade, delicately perforated along the upper rim to allow subtle diffusion of light. Its brass structure, enriched by a wrapped leather detail, expresses both elegance and function. The adjustable arm and tripod-like base — ending in small brass spheres — give the lamp a poised, almost anthropomorphic stance.
This model is one of Wirkkala’s most refined lighting designs, demonstrating his deep understanding of form and proportion. The KD-11 embodies the sculptural essence of 1950s Scandinavian design: minimal, tactile, and harmonious. It can be used either as a table lamp or mounted on the wall, a flexible feature typical of Wirkkala’s functional artistry.
The piece remains in good vintage condition, showing gentle wear and a beautiful patina consistent with age and use.
Dimensions: 17.5 cm wide, 38 cm deep, 41 cm high (6.9 x 15 x 16.1 in)
Dimensions (cm) | W: 17.5 / D: 38 / H: 41 |
| Producer | Idman |
| Color | White |
| Decade | 1950s |
| Country | Finland |
| Style | Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern |
| Material | Brass, Lacquer, Leather, Metal |
| Designed in | 1954 |
| Item Number | 108060 |
Tapio Wirkkala
Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985) was a Finnish designer and sculptor whose work became central to the international identity of Finnish modern design. Renown for his sensitivity to form and material, he worked across glass, wood, metal, ceramics, and ...
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