A wrought iron Amsterdam School table lamp or bedside lamp, with Arts & Crafts look and feel. These are quite rare to find and sought after by interior designers. The lamp has been completely rewired and the original lampshade has been reconstructed and hand sewn in exactly the same manner as it was done in the 1920s.
The elegant shape combines very well with other Amsterdam School or Arts & Crafst elements or stunning as a single eye catcher, suitable in many interior styles.
''The Amsterdam School'' stands for the Dutch architectural movement that flourished between 1910 and 1940. The movement influenced other art forms such as sculpture, furniture design and urban planning. Some characteristics of the Amsterdam School include:
Expressionist and organic shapes, decorative sculptural elements and a focus on craftsmanship. The Amsterdam School movement is seen as a very important chapter in Dutch architectural history and to this day a very recognizable and beloved style worldwide.
Creator
Manufacturer
Possibly Gispen
Design Period
1920 to 1929
Production Period
1920 to 1929
Country of Manufacture
Netherlands
Identifying Marks
Style
Art Deco, Amsterdam School, Haagse School, 1920s, 1930s
Detailed Condition
Good — This item has small signs of age and use.
Restoration and Damage Details
Good condition. Rewired and/or new electrical components
