William F. Masterson Design

The "Cobra Lamp" has become a design icon, representative of the transition between the streamline styles dominant before WWII and the freeform biomorphism of early mid-century modern and "googie" design. This vintage lamp is in excellent condition with original patinae. The bulb reflector is present (a part often missing). This part reflects light upward and off the chade as opposed to the direct incandescent light provided by a bare bulb.

$975... inquire

Walter Von Nessen Design

Designed for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair by Walter Von Nessen on behalf of Chase Brass, this lamp was produced in both brass and chrome versions. The chrome version is considerably more rare and has surfaced recently at auction for considerable value. Base and shade are chrome with shade having small star cutouts. The shade rotates frely on the globe allowing direction of light. This piece is completely original down to the cord and is in excellent condition. Because of its high profile, rarity and condition, this is considered to be an excellent investment quality lamp.

8"H, 6"diam. shade

$550... inquire

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Designer Unknown

Handsome vintage streamline deco styled lamp can be used for decorative purposes or as desk lamp. Vase-like stem expands to just under hood so as to reflect light downward from inside shade (indirect light source). Outstanding design. No manufacturers or other markings. Chrome in excellent condition. Accepts standard type bulb. Rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and original bakelite power plug.

16"H; 7.5" Diam. Base, 11.5 Diam. Shade

$750... inquire

David Borowitz Design

Early Borowitz freeform incorporating elements of both streamline and post-war biomorphism. Creamic base with tall fiberglass speckled shade. Pair is original with original shades. Bases are flawless. Shades show minor signs of tinting near bulb, stronger on one side than the other and only noticeable when not lit upon close examination. Both a stunning and important decorative example of early mid-century modernism.

23.5"H; 16.5 H Shade. Base:7"H X 9"W X 4.5"D

$775 (pair)... inquire

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Designer Unknown

Strong example of futuristic utopianism in sync with the theme of the 1933 Century of Progress Chicago World's Fair. Outstanding design of cast metal base with handmade amber globe. No manufacturers or other markings. Rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and original bakelite power plug.

7.5" H; 7.5" Diam. Base, 5.5 Diam. globe shade

$495... inquire

"Flex-O-Lamp", c.1951

I. Fiori Design

The 'Flex-o-lamp" series represented a milestone in office desk lighting through its use if flourescent bulbs and its previously unmatched cantilievered flexibility. The design is a ribust example of post-war streamline. This example has been completely overhauled, inside and out and is in excellent working and cosmetic condition. The lap accepts two standard fluorescent bulbs. paint is period silver-blue hammertone textured finish.

7.5" H; 7.5" Diam. Base, 5.5 Diam. globe shade

$450... inquire

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Glass "Saturn" Lamp, c.1935

Henry M. Laxer Design

H. M. Laxer designed numerous high style moderne glass lamp bases. Each was molded in clear glass and painted on the inside, so as to accentuate the details as they reflected light is the clear glass surface. Although not one of Laxer's patented designs, this lamp is in his unique style and material. The design of the tilted Saturn ring was a common theme in decorative items after the 1933-34 Chicago World's Fair, and was usedto communicate futuristism or utopianism. This example is in pefect cosmetic condition. The interior has been re-painted with a matching color to original, It has been rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and a vintage bakelite power plug.

7.5" H; 7.5" Diam. Base, 5.5 Diam. globe shade

$375... inquire

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Machine Age Table Lamps, c.1934

Designer Unknown

Elegant vintage chrome and black metal table lamps. These are a great example of Machine Age influence on modern decor of the time. No manufacturers or other markings. Chrome in excellent condition. Shade are deep burgundy linen and are new retro style (included with lamps). Rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and original bakelite power plug.

19.5"H (with shade), 5" Diam. Base, 7.75 Diam. Shade

$650 (pair)... inquire

Arc Lamp Torchiere, c.1937

Maurice Langbaum Design

Classically styled moderne ornamental decorative torchiere type lamp. Base is black marble and butterscotch catalin.Fixture is chrome plated with switch mounted center above base, Rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and vintagel bakelite power plug.

10.5"H; 4" Sq Base, 7" Diam Shade

$450... inquire

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Spiral Lamp, c.1930

Designer Unknown

Unusual decorative lamp with chrome spiral support and black marble w/chrome accents. Shade is new and is included or replaced. Rewired using historically correct rayon sleeved cord and original bakelite power plug.

16"H to top of shade, 5" square base

$325... inquire