Spherical (school) lamp by Gispen from the 1930s'.
The 'sphere lamp' is a timeless classic that illuminates any interior attractively and stylishly.
This ceiling lamp of chrome and opaque mouth-blown sphere from the 1930s is an iconic modernist lamp.
Consisting of an original chrome-plated steel ceiling shade, central shaft, ventilated fabric shade and a white opaque opal white glass ball shade, which provides a special even distribution of light.
These spherical School lamps with a white milk glass shade, are lamps that hung in many schools in the 1930s.
Internationally, it is also known as "Globes Pendant."
With its milk glass shade, the lamp brings a playful atmosphere to the home.
The lamp is in very nice vintage condition, no dents, no scratches, no breaks, no damage to the glass (no scratches, no glass chips) and beautiful matte nickel patina, consistent with age and use
The attached detail photos are part of this description.
The suspension with porcelain part and screw hook are original and complete (see photos).
Electrical
The lamp has new wiring (due to safety) and the E27 bulb fitting has been professionally repaired (age/wear).
Maximum power of light source 40 watts.
The light source shown (LED bulb) is not part of this lot but was only used for photo purposes, as choosing the right light source is personal.
DESCRIPTION
Label/design ; Gispen
Period ; 1930 - 1940
Style ; Vintage, modernist, Art deco, Bauhaus
Country of manufacture ; Netherlands
Identification ; The lamp has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records or other literature sources.
PICK UP / SHIPMENT
The lamp can be picked up (Nijmegen / Netherlands)
When shipped, the lamp with separate loose glass bulb will be carefully and securely packed in a standard package (sizes approx. 90 x 35 x 35 cm) sent by registered mail (unless otherwise requested)The lamp is in very nice vintage condition, no dents, no scratches, no breaks, no damage to the glass (no scratches, no glass chips) and beautiful matte nickel patina, consistent with age and use
The attached detail photos are part of this description.