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Rare Lisa Johansson-Pape Black & Brass Ihanne Table Lamp, Orno 1950s
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Description
A rare version of the classic table "Ihanne" lamp designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno In Finland in the middle of the 20th century. The highly popular "Ihanne" lamp is a brilliant design, that allows the light to shine both up and down at the same time. This design became very popular in Finland with many different variations of stems, materials and shades. It was used in public buildings as well as private homes. The long reigning president Urho Kekkonen had the table version of this lamp in his home office.
Lisa Johansson-Papé (1907-1989) was a Finnish designer best known for her works in lighting. She paid more attention to the function of the lamp firstly, then the design feature secondly. Lisa designed furniture for Stockmann for a number of years, after which she turned her attention to lamps, also at the Stockmann owned company Orno Oy. She won a number of medals for her lighting designs in the Milan Triennials in the 1950s. -
More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item) Origin: Finland Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Brass, Leather Condition: Good. Overall good vintage condition, consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1950s Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Incollect Reference #: 827802 -
Dimensions
H. 28.35 in; Diam. 16.54 in; H. 72 cm; Diam. 42 cm;
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