Greta Von Nessen

At present we have six (6) pair of these original solid brass model 1706 swing arm wall lamps. These are the real deal, old school, with the extinct (not exaggerating) brass square tube cord covers, MetalArt marked backplates which go over the separate wall mounting plates, original solid brass finials and original lampshades (several different styles). Designed by Georg W. Hansen in 1947 while improvising a reading lamp for his bunk during World War 2, we present this vintage pair of polished brass double swing arm sconces with original harps and solid brass finials as well as solid brass column cord covers. Signed Hansen original cast brass rectangular backplates (3 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" tall x 1/2" deep), allowing the option of hard wiring or simply wall mounting and plugging into an outlet. Three way switch. Each lamp takes a single standard Edison screw bulb up to 150 watts. This is the original swing arm lamp favored by designers for nearly 75 years. Each hinge can be tightened to lock in position. Manufactured by Metalarte, Barcelona, Spain for Hansen New York. Hansen Lamps was acquired by Hinson Lighting...

Superb pair of Swing arm sconces by Rene Mathieu, adjustable sconces. US rewired and in working condition Totally restored and refinished 1 light, 40 watts max bulb.

Swing-arm desk lamp in brushed metal finish. USA, circa 1990. Includes off-white paper drum shade. Takes one standard U.S. bulb, 75 watts max. Dimensions: 22.5 inch lamp he...

Beautiful and rare multidirectional desk lamp by Nessen Studios in chrome finish and steel, with perforated shade shown that rotates side to side, and the classic Nessen arm retracta...

1950s wall-mounted 24 inch swing arm brass lamp with articulating bullet shade in enameled aluminum connected by an articulating brass swivel joint. Comes with its original 6 foot heavy grey cord and bakelite switch. Distinctive cast brass mounting plate, resembles a window latch...

Table lamp or wall lamp vienna 1950s Brass polished and stove enamelled Rare modell.

A pair of classic brass swing arm wall lights with a rectangular back plate from a high quality lighting manufacturer. The simplicity of the design blends with traditional design or...

Early edition swing arm desk lamp by Walter Von Nessen Lighting. finished in brushed brass with original milk glass diffuser. Sold sans shade. Pair of desk lamps available.

An award-winning 1948 design by Swedish-American Greta Grossman for Ralph O. Smith, a California-based lighting company. The lamp, colloquially known as the “Cobra” for its uniquely shaped shade that resembles a cobra’s hood, is counterweighted with a segmented arm curving upward from a round base. The oblong shade slants gently from the arm to its outer edge. Light is controlled by a push button on/off switch on base. Retains the original Good Design label inside the shade. Condition: Vintage condition; professionally cleaned. Some scratches, appropriate to the age and use of the piece, can be observed on the enamel. While we do not guarantee vintage electrical...

Six 1970s Italian table lamps or wall sconces by Guccini, in PVC (plastic) wired for European use. Please note that price is per item not for the set. Measures: Height 20 cm. Depth ...

Classic modernist icon table lamp by Nessen Studios. This lamp has a solid teak vertical standard with brushed steel base. Working, clean, and original condition, shade not included....

Swing Arm Floor Lamp - Nessen U.S.A. circa 1950s. Walter Von Nessen Studios. Swing arm floor lamp in bronze, Impressed Nessen Studios NY, paper tag on the bottom. Original glass d...