BRASS TABLE LIGHTS MODEL ‘Z’ or ‘DIPLOMAT’

DESIGN: LOUIS KALFF

PRODUCER: PHILIPS 1950IES

MEASUREMENTS: H 45, DIA 33  D 33 CM

PRICE: ON REQUEST

This elegant and quite large 1950ies Philips Z- lamp displays the exemplary talent of the mid-century Dutch procuct- and lighting design during the post-war years.
Brass stem and details, matted black iron shade. Thanks to the heavy base parts the light keeps stable.
Fantastic condtion, no dents or warping in the shade, brass polished, replacement shade vignette, perfect working order, all parts have been checked, wiring replaced ( max 250 volt ) normal E 27 bulbholder. Can be placed straight away in your home or office. ( the brass mirror-bulb used in the picture is not included )

From the mid-1920s to 1960 Dutch designer Louis Kalff established the advertising and design section of Philips. One of his most characteristic designs is this dynamic shaped table light called the ‘Z-lamp’ or ‘Diplomat’.
Comparing to other Kalff desk lamps from the same era, the ‘Z-lamp’ is quite a large table light. The black metal disc shade compliments the brass very well, very attractive geometric shaped pair of lights that will add class and elegance to your home or office.

 

 

Kalff also designed the ‘Evoluon’ conference centre / museum of Eindhoven. This building is unique due to its futuristic sixties design, also resembling a flying saucer. Nowadays, some Kalff lighting designs are quite hard to find and being collected all over the world.