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Studio Craft Japanese-Carved Table Lamp, California, 1960s

$5,800

£4,370.79

€5,111.77

CA$8,207.12

A$8,328.72

CHF 4,801.33

MX$100,846.30

NOK 55,728.29

SEK 56,324.34

DKK 38,213.75

About the Item

A compelling example of California studio craftsmanship, this sculptural table lamp masterfully blends Japanese carving traditions with the organic modernism that defined West Coast design in the mid-20th century. Hand-carved from a substantial block of hardwood, the vessel-form body is adorned with deeply modeled relief carving featuring stylized Japanese-inspired motifs executed with remarkable precision, depth, and artistry. The richly textured carving is juxtaposed with elegantly shaped Lucite elements, including a flowing neck and tripod-form feet, creating a striking interplay of weight and transparency. This thoughtful contrast enhances the lamp’s sculptural presence while lending it an unexpected sense of lightness and refinement. Created in California during the 1960s, the piece reflects a period when American studio artisans increasingly drew inspiration from Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship, producing works that transcended the boundaries between functional object and fine art. Viewed from any angle, the lamp presents a dynamic architectural silhouette, equally successful as a source of illumination and as a standalone sculptural statement. An exceptionally uncommon work of West Coast studio design, distinguished by its extraordinary hand-carved detail, sophisticated material contrasts, and the level of craftsmanship seldom encountered in contemporary production.

Dimensions:
Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
Power Source:
Plug-in
Lampshade:
Not Included
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Cypress,Lucite,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1960
Condition:
Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use. Newly wired with cloth covered twisted wire, plug, and new socket.
Seller Location:
South Jordan, UT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6894250365352

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