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Specializing in the restoration and refurbishment of antique lamps and antiques, we transform forgotten classic items into stunning, functional pieces for modern homes.
Each item is refurbished with care, ensuring that the original functionality is restored whilst the iconic look is tastefully preserved.
Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind statement piece or a touch of vintage charm, our selection of lamps and curios will bring authentic character and style into your home.
Anglepoise Lamp
by George Carwardine
Iconic British Design
Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamps are iconic examples of British industrial design, first introduced in 1934.
Designed by George Carwardine, a car designer working for Herbert Terry & Sons, the lamps are renowned for their innovative spring-balanced mechanism, which allows precise and effortless positioning.
The Anglepoise lamps became a symbol of functional modernist design, blending utility with elegance.
Mac Lamp
by Terence Conran
Why They Matter
- The Mac Lamps represent a shift towards modernist ideals in post-war Britain, emphasizing practicality and aesthetic simplicity.
- With their innovative use of materials and adjustable forms, these lamps were a breakthrough in blending art with utility.
- Terence Conran's Mac Lamps remain collector's items, cherished for their historical value and timeless appeal in design.
Terence Conran, a renowned British designer and entrepreneur, is celebrated for his contributions to modern design, particularly in furniture and lighting. His Mac Lamps are a quintessential example of mid-20th-century industrial design, blending functionality with sleek, minimalist aesthetics.
Designed in the 1950s, these lamps showcase Conran's commitment to democratizing good design by making it both accessible and stylish. The Mac Lamps were inspired by Scandinavian design principles, featuring clean lines, practical adjustability, and efficient use of materials.
Their understated elegance, combined with high functionality, made them iconic in contemporary interiors. They embodied Conran's philosophy that everyday objects should enhance life through thoughtful design.