Friday, July 8, 2011

1950’s Henry Moore / Weinberg Style Abstract Sculptural Table Lamp

This stunning circa 1950’s sculptural lamp brings to mind the works of Henry Moore and Frederic Weinberg (also spelled Frederick). Although I am unsure of who designed this lamp the sculptor was not afraid to wear his or her influences on there sleeve. Great flowing abstract sculptural form. It does have the abbreviation F.A.I.P. on the base. This is the company mark for Fine Art In Plaster. They were a company who produced many lamps through out the 50 and 60’s, but I have never seen one a sculptural or abstract as this. Considering it is a plaster lamp it is in very good condition. There is some crazing to the finish and the white has aged to a nice almost ivory color. There are one or two very tiny spots of paint loss to the base (it could be touched up with some black paint). However these things add to the character and vintage look of this piece (in my opinion for what it’s worth). There are no large chips, pieces missing or broken off that usually plague these plaster lamps of this era. The lamp measures approximately 32 inches in height. This would be the focal point of most any mid-century modern / atomic age home. An Eames era classic. $285.00