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Danish Mid-Century Lathe-Turned Teak Table Lamp Base

$695
£526.66
€613.85
CA$993.46
A$1,005.90
CHF 572.25
MX$12,224.81
NOK 6,764.31
SEK 6,728.77
DKK 4,588.66

About the Item

Lathe-turned teak lamp base from the Danish Mid-Century Modern period features a slender, elongated conical form — broad at the base, tapering to a narrow neck at the top. The natural finish preserves the teak's amber grain without heavy lacquer, allowing the wood's character to remain visible across the turned surface. Construction reflects the woodturning craft tradition that was central to Danish design workshops of the 1950s and 1960s. Danish craftsmen of the Mid-Century period frequently employed lathe-turning to produce lamp bases that balanced simplicity of form with material quality. Teak was the predominant wood of choice during this era, valued for its density, grain consistency, and response to natural oil finishes. Turned lamp bases of this type were produced across numerous Danish workshops, many unmarked, as part of a broader culture of craft production running parallel to factory-made design. The base shows wear consistent with age and use. Shade not included.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Teak,Metalwork,Turned,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950's
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. light refinishing.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LM0111stDibs: LU922450176132

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