A stylish uplighter with three decorative black wooden balls at the base, manufactured by Daalderop, The Netherlands, c. 1946. Signed underneath with the Daalderop stamp. The piece is in very good condition regarding its age. The vase shaped uplighter is supported by 3 wooden balls which is a sought after design, giving it a modernist appearance. The piece has a lovely shine, has got some small spots but in overall good condition. It has been rewired.
The Daalderop factory was founded in 1880 by J.N. Daalderop. SInce the early years they produced household items like tableware, pots and dishes, kettles, and gas lamps.The family business was under the undisputed leadership of Johan Daalderop (1883-1961). Until the Second World War their most important designer was Meine Huisenga. Klaas van Aken was also one of the designers.
It is documented that the style of their products at some point started evolving towards Art Deco and the Amsterdam School, but pieces with these kind of charactericts - decorative balls - are rather scarce and sought after. The more common pieces with a less pronounced style are still commonly found in many Dutch households.
Creator
unknown designer, possibly Meine Huisenga
Manufacturer
Daalderop Metalware factory, Netherlands
Design Period
1930s
Production Period
1930s - 1950s
Country of Manufacture
Netherlands
Identifying Marks
Yes, stamped under the base
Style
Amsterdam School, Applied Arts, Modernist, Dutch Art Deco
