While little has been written about German furniture designer Hans Kögl, his work speaks for itself.
Kögl drew frequently on natural forms such as wheat sheafs, florentine flowers and wisteria in designing sculptural lighting fixtures, tables and various decorative objects. His better known work was manufactured in Germany and Italy during the 1970s and 1980s, although some pieces date back to the 1950s.
Kögl’s vintage gilt metal lamps and sophisticated table bases capture nature in a way that is beyond simple lifelike imitation — the handcrafted works’ copper and gold-plated leaves and other flora, free and elegant, demand a double-take to fully appreciate the designer’s profound attention to detail.
Some of Kögl’s 1970s-era textured palm tree floor lamps, which are playful and striking and bear the hallmarks of the Hollywood Regency style, stand over six feet tall. And when coupled with his unique glass-topped coffee tables, which also draw heavily on organic forms in their decorative gilt leaf bases, the fixtures can help bring the outdoors into a living room in a manner that feels simultaneously luxurious and provocative.
Collectors and enthusiasts of early 20th century furniture will find much appeal in Kögl’s sconces and chandeliers for Maison Jansen.
The first international decorating firm, Maison Jansen was founded in 1880 by Dutchman Jean-Henri Jansen. The firm was extraordinarily versatile — its artisans created cane-backed Rococo dining chairs as often as they were making Louis XV–style tables for their diverse range of clients. Kögl worked as a designer for Maison Jansen in its later years.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Hans Kögl lighting, tables and mirrors.
Hollywood Regency Gilt Metal Flowers Bouquet Side Table, Italy 1970s
By Hans Kögl, Maison Charles, Maison Jansen
Located in München, BY
A beautiful, floral, gilded coffee/side table from the 1970s. Shaped like a bouquet of roses, it is handcrafted from gilded metal with a round glass top. The table frame is in good s...
Iron
$1,534
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
Beautiful Gilded Floral Mid-Century Side Table with Solid Glass Top by Hans Kögl
By Hans Kögl
Located in München, BY
Beautiful 1960s gilt Florentine Regency side table or nightstand. A true classic among floral-themed tables. Designed and produced by Hans Kögl. The frame features three curved legs ...
Metal, Gold Plate
$1,495
H 17.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
Vintage Italian Glass Top Round Side Table with Gilt Metal Roses Base
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this side table dates from the 1950s. Base is comprised of gilt-finished tripod legs with sculpted roses and leaves. Classic Hollywood Regency style! Round clear glas...
Metal
Mid Century Gilt Metal 'Flower' Occasional Table, Italy, C.1960's
Located in Chatham, ON
Rare Mid Century gilt metal 'flower' occasional table - flexible wire stems - ring finial/handle - 20" round glass top with polished edge - unsigned - Italy - circa 1960's. Excell...
Metal, Gold Leaf
Vintage Gilt Metal Coffee Table by Hans Kogl
By Hans Kögl
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage gilt metal coffee table by Hans Kogl, made in Germany and dating from the 1960’s. It is beautifully designed and is of wonderful quality. The frame has gorgeous f...
Metal
$2,478
H 25.99 in Dm 23.63 in
Hollywood Regency Style Vintage Gold Metal Flower Coffee Table Side Table 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Hollywood Regency Style gold metal glass coffee or side table bouquet of flowers shape with a round faceted clear glass top. A beautiful bouquet of flowers coffee table from metal. T...
Metal
Hollywood Regency talian Gilded Flower Side Table by Hans Kögl
By Hans Kögl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970 Italian Gilded flower light side table by Hans Kögl. The frame and glass are in original vintage condition. Retains Maid in Italy metal tag. Shows...
Metal
$7,037
H 20.67 in W 31.78 in D 22.05 in
Giovanni Gariboldi 20th Century Glass Flowers Design & Brass Quadripod Table
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in FR
This unique coffee table, designed by Giovanni Gariboldi and published by Fontana Arte, is a true embodiment of elegance and innovative Italian design. The table features a gracefull...
Brass
Italian Gold Leaves Coffee Table 1950’s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Hastings, GB
Glorious 1950’s Italian coffee or centre table, profuse with gilt leaves and branches, the original metal tag of Italian authenticity is still present. One small leaf has been lost, ...
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century French Brass Flower Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Mid-20th Century French decorative brass flower coffee table. A naturalistic, patinated brass, plant form base. Modelled as plant stems with leaves and flower heads supporting the ...
Brass
