Sculptural Gold Floor Lamp with 5 Lights by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, 1960s

This rare floor light stands out as a real sculpture. It was designed during the 1960s by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for the Swedish manufacturer Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB (Markaryd). It is composed of a central columm from which leave four arms. Each arm is composed of a removable smoked glass globes where the bulb is. There is also a light bulb at the up of the column, to have a total of five lights. The lamp is in brushed gold-plated metal and solid brass with original patina. The alternation between the brushed metal, brass and the glass brings to this light a texture and gives it more depth.

Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919 to 2009). He was a Swedish architect and furniture designer. After completing his architecture studies, he began working as an industrial designer at General Motors. In 1951, he founded his own lighting company, Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, in Markaryd, Sweden. Jakobsson’s designs gained fame beyond his home country. He worked with many companies across Europe and opened his own showroom in Canada. He used materials such as brass, glass, and wood to create timeless pieces that reflected the principles of Scandinavian design. Hans-Agne Jakobsson’s legacy continues to influence contemporary lighting design, and his works remain iconic examples of Scandinavian craftsmanship and innovation.

The lamp is in original vintage condition with visible patina. Requires E14 bulbs. The floor light switch is located on the cable.