Large Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Table Lamp from Henri Keramik, Denmark, 1960s

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Large and unique stoneware table lamp made in the 1960s by "Henri Keramik", Denmark. The conical base is made from … Read more Large and unique stoneware table lamp made in the 1960s by "Henri Keramik", Denmark. The conical base is made from dark chamotte clay and decorated with waves at the bottom. The light glazing with pink elements is a signature from the workshop. Signed at the bottom. Mounted with a flax linen shade. Handmade at Henri Nielsens own studio in Odense, Denmark in the 1960s. While Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint and Finn Juhl led the way for the success of Denmarks dominance at the field of modern furniture production Danish arts and crafts was also flourishing. The most well-known names are probably Silversmith George Jensen, Ceramist Axel Salto and Woodworker Kay Bojesen, but despite Denmark's modest size, there were a multitude of small workshops with arts and crafts that produced high-quality objects to everyday life. Much of it was sold directly from the workshops, but also more established shops such as "Den Permanente" and "Illums Bolighus" in Copenhagen exhibited and sold works from these workshops in the 1940-70s. MEASUREMENTS: Lamp incl. shade: 103 cm / 40.5 inches. Shade diameter: 36 cm. / 14.2 inches. Lamp base incl. socket: 71 cm. / 28 inches. Lamp base diameter at bottom: 26 cm. / 10.2 inches.
Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less