Pair of Einar Johansen Table Lamps in Glazed Stoneware, Søholm, Denmark, 1960s

This rare pair of ceramic table lamps was designed by Einar Johansen and produced by Søholm Stentøj in Denmark during the 1960s. Each lamp is impressed with the manufacturer’s mark and model number 1067 on the underside of the base.

The stoneware bases feature a striking two-tier form: a wide, flared cap flares out like a saucer above a shorter cylindrical drum base, giving the lamps a bold, architectural presence. The glossy glaze displays Søholm’s signature palette of deep cobalt and indigo blues, with rich plum and chestnut pooling around the cap and neck, fading into subtle greenish undertones toward the foot of the base. These hues flow together fluidly, creating a layered gradient effect that shifts beautifully with the light. The lamps are complemented by new conical shades in a neutral, ivory fabric. Their tall, minimalist silhouette provides a refined contrast to the expressive ceramic bases.

Each lamp has been rewired and fitted with a standard E26/E27 bulb socket and a 220V European plug. Both are in very good condition, with new shades and updated wiring.

Specified dimensions:
Total height including shade: 48 cm / 18.9 in
Height of the base only (excluding shade): 25 cm / 9.8 in
Diameter of the shade: 20.5 cm / 8.1 in
Diameter of the base: 16 cm / 6.3 in (measured at the widest point)

About the manufacturer: Søholm, or Søholm Stentøj (Søholm Stoneware), has roots that trace back to the first half of the 17th century on the Danish island of Bornholm, renowned for its pottery and fine ceramics. The Søholm factory was established in 1835 in Rønne, Bornholm, by Herman Sonne Wolffsen (1811–1887) and Edvard Christian Sonne, making it one of the island’s oldest ceramic factories until it closed in 1996. The name “Søholm” originated from the faience factory near Copenhagen where the two founders had previously worked from 1828 to 1839 (with a lease in 1834). In the mid-20th century, Søholm expanded its production to include a wide range of stoneware, offering diverse designs and shapes. During this time, Danish ceramic artist Einar Johansen joined the company, creating a variety of sought-after pieces, including his popular “blue series,” which remains highly collectible today.