Pair of Model "32786" Floor Lamps by Bertil Brisborg, Sweden Mid-20th Century

Swedish modernism of the mid-20th century embraced clarity and restraint, valuing craftsmanship and proportion over excess. Designers sought harmony between form and function, creating objects that felt both modern and enduring. Founded in Stockholm in the early 20th century, Nordiska Kompaniet became a cornerstone of Swedish design culture, producing pieces that blended industrial innovation with meticulous craftsmanship. Through their work, lighting became more than a necessity. It was a way to shape atmosphere, emotion, and the rhythm of space itself.

This pair of model “32786” floor lamps by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet captures that vision with quiet elegance. Each lamp features a slender brass stem that rises from a circular weighted base, the form is refined to a clear and uncomplicated expression. The polished brass introduces a gentle glow, reflecting light even when the lamps are not in use. Above, the cylindrical shades in pleated linen soften and diffuse the illumination, creating a calm and inviting ambience. The pleats add a vertical rhythm that enhances the lamps’ height, while the linen’s natural tone complements the warmth of the brass. Brisborg managed to merge precision with a human touch, allowing his work to feel technically resolved yet emotionally resonant. The balance between the structure and the delicacy of the light itself reveals an era-defining sensitivity.

Elegant and enduring, the model “32786” lamps demonstrate how Swedish design continues to find beauty in simplicity. They merge function, craftsmanship, and light into a harmonious whole, reaffirming that restraint and refinement can be the most distinct of qualities.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and scratches on the brass. Lamps have recently been rewired and reconditioned. The shades are a later replacement. Due to the nature of the material, items may have some additional discolouration.

Dimensions:
15.74 in ø x 62.79 in H
40 cm ø x 159.5 cm H

Shipping:
These floor lamps will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the items in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

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