Raak Amsterdam - Hanging lamp - Mid-Century Hand-Blown - Glass - 1960s

RAAK Amsterdam Mid-Century Hand-Blown Smoked Grey Glass Pendant Lamp – ca. 1960s - In excellent condition – No reserve A beautiful and highly decorative RAAK Amsterdam pendant lamp, featuring a large, organically shaped hand-blown smoked grey glass shade with an elegant rounded form and distinctive spherical glass finial underneath. The beautifully sculptural shape, transparent smoked-grey glass and brass-coloured fitting create a particularly atmospheric Mid-Century Modern appearance. When illuminated, the glass produces a warm, subtle glow while revealing the elegant construction of the shade. The hand-blown glass displays small natural variations and air bubbles, characteristic of vintage blown-glass production. These details give the lamp an authentic character and make each shade slightly unique. Comparable RAAK lighting from the 1960s is documented with hand-blown glass and Mid-Century Modern styling. RAAK Amsterdam was one of the Netherlands' best-known lighting manufacturers of the Mid-Century period, particularly renowned for its experimental use of glass, sculptural forms and refined materials. RAAK lamps from the 1960s remain highly sought after by collectors of Dutch design. A striking original RAAK piece for a Mid-Century, modernist or vintage interior — a substantial high-end quality design lamp and a real eye-catcher. Details / Specifications Manufacturer: RAAK Amsterdam, Netherlands Period: Approximately 1960s (approximately 60–70 years old) Style: Mid-Century Modern / Dutch Design Material: Hand-blown smoked grey glass, brass-coloured metal Colour: Smoked grey / transparent grey Fitting: E27, including new LED mirror bulb, directly ready for use Height: approx. 30 cm Diameter: approx. 32 cm Weight: approx. 1.35 kg Condition: In excellent pre-loved condition, with small natural bubbles and minimal imperfections in the hand-blown glass consistent with vintage manufacture. Function: Fully functional, but as with all vintage electrical items, a safety check by a qualified professional is recommended before use.

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