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Karl Springer Rare "Sculpture Reading Lamp" in Gunmetal and Brass 1980s

Creator: Karl Springer
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Iconic "Sculpture Reading Lamp" in polished gunmetal and brass with reading light on top and two additional lights at bottom with thick solid lucite covers by Karl Springer, American 1980s. These floor lamps are rare and exceptional. The architecture of this piece is absolutely captivating. Like all Karl Springer pieces, the craftsmanship and materials are unparalleled. Metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished to like-new condition.

Reference:
Architectural Digest, Karl Springer’s Grammercy Park Duplex, published in 1977, shows this model lamp in a bedroom scene sitting in front of an African batik wall and next to Springer’s lacquered goatskin headboard. See photo.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Reference: Architectural Digest, Karl Springer’s Grammercy Park Duplex, published in 1977, shows this model lamp in a bedroom scene sitting in front of an African batik wall and next to Springer’s lacquered goatskin headboard. See photo.
Origin:	United States
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Polished Gunmetal, Polished Brass, Solid Lucite - Handcrafted
Condition:	Good. Condition: Excellent - metal and lucite have been cleaned and polished.
Creation Date:	1980s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Studio Craft, Collectible Design
Dealer Reference #:	floorlamp229
Incollect Reference #:	837116

Dimensions

W.	23 in;	H.	42 in;	D.	23 in;
W.	58.42 cm;	H.	106.68 cm;	D.	58.42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.