{"product_id":"solken-leuchten-brass-articulated-desk-lamp-1970s","title":"Sölken-Leuchten Brass Articulated Desk Lamp, Germany, c. 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sculptural brass task lamp by German lighting manufacturer  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSölken-Leuchten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating to approximately the 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lamp is constructed around a substantial hemispherical brass base supporting a vertical standard and articulated double swing arm. Its rectangular directional reflector can be repositioned independently using the integrated adjustment handle, allowing the light to be precisely directed across a desk or work surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design combines the mechanical precision of a professional task lamp with the warmth and decorative presence of brass. Its exposed articulation, restrained geometry and highly functional construction are characteristic of German modernist lighting of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lamp retains its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal Sölken-Leuchten manufacturer's label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the underside of the base, marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12V \/ 50W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, confirming both the maker and original electrical specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brass has developed a naturally aged surface throughout, with oxidation, fine scratches and patination consistent with age and use. The reflector displays more pronounced variation to its original finish, including mottling and areas where the protective surface coating has deteriorated or been disturbed over time. These surfaces have been retained rather than aggressively refinished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly expressive example of 1970s German task lighting, balancing technical function with a strong sculptural presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lamp has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eelectrically restored for continued use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew North American plug and replacement inline power switch replaced on the cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal cord has been retained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brass shows visible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatina, surface wear, oxidation, scratches and areas of finish stripping\/loss from previous use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, particularly to the shade and other handled surfaces. These signs of age have been intentionally preserved rather than polished out, in keeping with the lamp’s original vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe articulated arm and adjustable lamp head retain their intended movement. The original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSölken-Leuchten manufacturer label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains present and legible on the underside of the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOverall height: 19 in \/ 48.3 cm\u003cbr\u003eBase diameter: 5.7 in \/ 14.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eMaximum width \/ extension: 19 in \/ 48.3 cm\u003cbr\u003eShade width: 4 7\/16 in \/ 11.3 cm\u003cbr\u003eShade height: 2 1\/4 in \/ 5.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 8.6 lb \/ 3.9 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sölken-Leuchten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54130707136826,"sku":null,"price":745.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/3581\/7786\/files\/Solken-LeuchtenBrassArticulatedLampFromGermany2.jpg?v=1790374265","url":"https:\/\/reveriehouse.ca\/products\/solken-leuchten-brass-articulated-desk-lamp-1970s","provider":"Reverie House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}