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Grashopper floor lamp ‘6320’by Wim Rietveld for Gispen - 1950's

Creator: Wim Rietveld - Gispen
Offered by: Goldwood by Boris

Description
Wim Rietveld, Gispen, ‘6320’ grasshopper floor lamp, The Netherlands 1953. Important post-war design, this very rare adjustable floor light model ‘6320’ by Dutch designer Wim Rietveld who made the design for the Dutch Gispen company in 1953. After 1953 it was only produced for a couple of years, and the production stopped as soon as the famous Panama light turned out to be a greater commercial success for the company. The striking asymmetrical position of the insect-like base together with the optimistic color scheme are typical hallmarks of modern fifties design, and though it was designed for more than 60 years ago, it still evokes a remarkable timeless atmosphere as well. Mark the great finishing details; the construction of the mechanism of the adjustable lightweight arm and aluminum shade, the wiring that has been decently covered, the solid metal heavy base and the heavy-duty floor switch. The Dutch Gispen furniture company was founded in 1916 by industrial designer Willem Hendrik Gispen (1890-1981) and mainly produced steel ( tubular ) furniture for home and office. Until the 1960ies of the 20th century, the company worked with several famous Dutch designers such as Gerrit Rietveld, Wim Rietveld, and Andre Cordemeyer.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Metal, Steel.
Creation Date:	1950's
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	354491

Dimensions

W.	44.88 in;	H.	74.8 in;	D.	16.54 in;
W.	114 cm;	H.	190 cm;	D.	42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Goldwood is an eclectic furniture and decoration boutique based in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded by Boris Devis, the store features a stunning collection of high-end 20th century items, offering an exciting mixture of luxurious and decorative pieces that range from classic designs by the likes of Tobia Scarpa and Wim Rietveld, to antique pieces by unknown designers.