Vintage Mid-Century Modern Plasto Teak and Chalkware Lamps – Pair Circa 1960s

Description

Step back in time with this stunning pair of mid-century modern table lamps, featuring a sculptural teakwood design paired with … more Step back in time with this stunning pair of mid-century modern table lamps, featuring a sculptural teakwood design paired with textured chalkware bases. Manufactured in the early 1960s by Plasto, a renowned American lamp company, these lamps perfectly embody the sleek, organic aesthetics of the mid-century era.

Key Features:
Teakwood Accents: Iconic sculptural teakwood flourish that brings a warm, organic contrast to the textured white chalkware.
Chalkware Bases: Each of these retro table lamps boasts a mushroom-shaped chalkware base, textured for added visual depth, sitting atop a sleek brass tone base.
Original Hardware: These teak and chalkware lamps retain their original harps, with working sockets and wiring (inspection suggested for vintage pieces before use).
Dimensions: Approximately 28 inches tall (including the harp and finial), making these vintage mid-century modern lamps ideal for end tables, nightstands, or accent tables.
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1960s.

Plasto was a prominent American lighting manufacturer known for their innovative use of chalkware, a plaster-like material that allowed for more elaborate sculptural lighting designs while maintaining affordability. Their lamps often featured unique combinations of materials such as wood, ceramic, and brass, making them highly desirable for collectors of mid-century modern decor. less