Gerald Thurston
American
Gerald Thurston (1914-2005) was an American industrial designer known for his contributions to the Mid-Century Modern design movement. He was born in Los Angeles and began his career as a graphic designer before turning his focus to lighting design.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Thurston worked for several leading lighting manufacturers, including Lightolier and Laurel Lamp Company. He designed a wide range of lighting fixtures, from table lamps and floor lamps to chandeliers and wall sconces. His designs were characterized by their clean lines, simple shapes, and innovative use of materials.
Thurston was also known for his collaborations with other designers, such as Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia, and for his work on large-scale lighting projects for public spaces, including the United Nations building in New York City.
Today, Thurston's designs are highly collectible and are considered icons of the Mid-Century Modern style. Many of his pieces can be found in museums and galleries around the world, and continue to be produced and sold by leading design companies.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Thurston worked for several leading lighting manufacturers, including Lightolier and Laurel Lamp Company. He designed a wide range of lighting fixtures, from table lamps and floor lamps to chandeliers and wall sconces. His designs were characterized by their clean lines, simple shapes, and innovative use of materials.
Thurston was also known for his collaborations with other designers, such as Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia, and for his work on large-scale lighting projects for public spaces, including the United Nations building in New York City.
Today, Thurston's designs are highly collectible and are considered icons of the Mid-Century Modern style. Many of his pieces can be found in museums and galleries around the world, and continue to be produced and sold by leading design companies.
Gerald Thurston
Mid - Century Modern "Dandelion" Chandelier by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier.
H 12 in DIA 27 in
$ 6,500
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Gerald Thurston
Pair of Gerald Thurston Mid-century Hourglass Tri-color Ceramic Lamps
H 22 in DIA 7 in
$ 6,500
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Gerald Thurston
PAIR OF GUNMETAL GLAZED GERALD THURSTON LAMPS
H 31 in DIA 13 in
$ 5,290
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Gerald Thurston
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass & Walnut Tripod Floor Lamp with White Shade
H 51 in W 14 in D 14 in
$ 3,000
Gerald Thurston
Pair of Gerald Thurston Black Iron Tripod Table Lamps with White Glass Shades
H 25 in W 11 in D 11 in
$ 2,500
Gerald Thurston
Substantial Gerald Thurston Lightolier Porcelain "Fin" Table Lamp, 1950s
H 24 in DIA 8 in
$ 2,200
Gerald Thurston
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Adjustable Brass Desk Lamp, 1960s
H 20 in W 8 in D 6 in
$ 1,750
Gerald Thurston
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Adjustable Taupe Desk Lamp, 1950's
H 19 in W 7 in D 10 in
$ 1,500
Gerald Thurston
Tall Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Radiating Brass & Walnut Table Lamp
H 32 in DIA 9 in
$ 2,200
Gerald Thurston
1950's Gerald Thurston Hourglass Porcelain And Brass Table Lamps
H 40 in W 8 in D 8 in
