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Swedish Grace Floor Lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden ca 1920s

Creator: Nordiska Kompaniet
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Created in Sweden during the 1920s for Nordiska Kompaniet, this floor lamp is a striking example of the Swedish Grace movement, an era that beautifully merged neoclassical refinement with the rising spirit of modernism. The movement celebrated balance, clarity, and subtle ornamentation, bringing together classic motifs with a more contemporary, understated sensibility. Nordiska Kompaniet, a pioneering Swedish department store and influential design house, was central to this aesthetic shift, championing pieces that embodied both luxury and warmth.

This floor lamp features a tall, gracefully tapering birch wood pipe that rises elegantly from a turned foot. The dark, lustrous finish of the wood accentuates its natural grain, creating a rich visual depth that immediately draws the eye. Near the top and bottom of the lamp, carved decorative details in organic shapes add gentle rhythm and visual interest without compromising the clean lines of the overall design. The column’s silhouette feels sculptural, balancing delicacy with a strong, architectural presence. A highlight of the lamp is its softly scalloped, pleated fabric shade, which brings a gentle lightness to the composition. When illuminated, the shade diffuses light in a warm, inviting glow that enhances the surrounding space and underscores the refined profile of the column. The interplay between the solid, dark base and the light, airy shade exemplifies the Swedish Grace ethos of contrast and harmony. Thoughtful touches, such as the foot, the carved details, and the careful proportions, reflect an attention to detail that elevates this piece from a simple functional object to a true decorative statement. Altogether, the lamp feels both rooted in tradition and effortlessly modern.

With its inviting glow and sculptural form, this floor lamp is more than just a lighting fixture; it is an atmospheric addition that brings 1920s charm to any room. Ideal as a companion beside a reading chair, as a soft accent in a bedroom or living area, it embodies the refined comfort and thoughtful design that Nordiska Kompaniet is celebrated for.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been rewired. The shade is a later replacement.

Dimensions:
16.53 in ø x 71.65 in H
42 cm ø x 182 cm H

Shipping:
This lamp will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Sweden
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Wood, Fabric
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lamp has recently been rewired. The shade is a later replacement.
Creation Date:	ca 1920s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco
Dealer Reference #:	20253214
Incollect Reference #:	820167

Dimensions

H.	71.65 in;	Diam.	16.54 in;
H.	182 cm;	Diam.	42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great