Industrial Piano Lamp France 1950s

French Mid Century Industrial Desk / Piano Lamp, France, 1940s/50s

An elegant and functional industrial desk lamp in the classic piano lamp design, probably France, 1940s/50s. The lamp captivates with its elongated cylindrical grey reflector with horizontally ribbed surface, the adjustable V-shaped chrome arm, and the compact rectangular base — a perfect combination of industrial functionality and timeless Mid-Century design.

Highlights:
Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown, probably France Period: 1940s–1950s Style: Industrial Modern / Mid-Century Industrial Distinctive features: adjustable V-shaped chrome arm for flexible light direction; elongated cylindrical double reflector approx. 38 cm with two original French bayonet sockets for even illumination; horizontally ribbed textured grey exterior lacquer; rectangular toggle switch on front of base; compact rectangular base ideal for desks and pianos; green felt on base underside Ideal for: desk, piano, architect's table, studio, reading corner, collectors of industrial and Mid-Century lighting

Description:
This desk lamp was produced in the 1940s/50s and follows the classic piano lamp design — originally developed to illuminate sheet music and keyboards. Particularly characteristic are the elongated cylindrical reflector in horizontally ribbed grey lacquer with white interior for optimal light reflection, the adjustable V-shaped chrome arm, and the rectangular base in grey lacquered metal with chromed edge trims.
The lamp features two original French metal bayonet sockets inside the reflector, providing even, wide illumination across sheet music or work surfaces. The V-shaped chrome arm allows precise angle adjustment of the reflector, directing light exactly where needed. A rectangular toggle switch on the front of the base provides convenient switching.
The lamp combines functional, directed task lighting with the clear, technically reduced formal language of European post-war industrial design, and works equally well as a usable desk lamp and as a characterful collector's piece. In the room it reads as graphic, technically elegant, and timelessly industrial — particularly effective on a desk, piano, or architect's table in combination with wood, leather, or other Mid-Century and industrial elements.

Condition:
Age-appropriate good vintage condition with visible but attractive patina and signs of use. The grey plastic coating on the reflector and base shows light scratches, edge abrasion, minimal paint chips, and fly marks inside the reflector; chrome parts display light tarnishing and discolouration. Note: at two points on the top of the reflector the plastic coating is slightly deformed, caused by heat from bulbs beneath — see photographs. Green felt on base underside. The electrics are functional but do not conform to current technical standards and should be inspected by a qualified electrician before use.

Details:
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown, probably France
Model: Industrial desk / piano lamp (model name unknown)
Origin: France (probable)
Period: 1940s–1950s
Style: Industrial Modern, Mid-Century Industrial
Material: Metal with plastic coating (reflector and base), chrome metal (arm and edge trims), metal (sockets), felt (underside)
Colour: Grey (textured/ribbed), white (interior), chrome, green (felt)
Dimensions: Height approx. 28–35 cm (adjustable), reflector length approx. 38 cm, base approx. 17 × 11 cm
Socket: 2 × original French bayonet fitting
Condition: Age-appropriate good vintage condition; plastic coating slightly deformed at two points on reflector top — see photo; electrics functional

Note:
Please note: This item is a vintage lamp. It was manufactured many years ago and may not conform to current technical standards. Before use, the electrical components should be inspected and, if necessary, updated by a qualified electrician. Bulbs are only included if explicitly stated. This item is sold as a collectible/antique and not as a standards-compliant electrical appliance.