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Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Tratten' Wall Light in Patinated Copper

Sale price£1,546.40

Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, wall light ‘Tratten’, copper, Sweden, 1950s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson designed this wall light 'Tratten', which is crafted from green copper. The conical-shaped shade is secured to a slightly curved mounting arm. Over time, the copper has acquired patina, enhancing its genuine appearance. Jakobsson originally designed these copper wall lights for outdoor use, but they make a great addition for an indoor environment too.

The Swedish interior and furniture designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson (1919-2009) was born in Hvadhem, a small village located in the province Gotland, Sweden, in 1919. Jakobsson obtained an apprenticeship as a carpenter before completing an architectural study in Gothenburg. He made his entrance as an industrial designer at General Motors and subsequently started assisting furniture designers Carl Malmsten (1888-1972) and Werner West (1890-1959). In 1951, he established his own company ‘Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB’ in Markaryd, Sweden. He worked during the Golden Age of Scandinavian design and his oeuvre ranged from furniture, lighting, and various everyday objects. Jakobsson is best remembered for his softly glowing, glare-free lighting fixtures, which were inspired by the "organic modern" approaches of Danish lighting master Poul Henningsen (1894-1967) and Finnish icon Alvar Aalto (1898-1976). Jakobsson created a diversity of pendants, floor lamps, wall lamps, and table lamps that showcase a penchant for diverse materials and forms, as well as a deep understanding of lighting effects. Throughout his career, Jakobsson carried out commissions for private homes as well as public buildings. In 2009, Hans-Agne Jakobsson passed away in Markaryd, leaving a long-lasting mark in the field of lighting design.

Kindly note that this piece is in used condition and shows some signs of wear and use common for a piece this age.

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Product Details

  • condition Good
  • creator Hans-Agne Jakobsson (Designer)
  • date of manufacture 1950s
  • dimensions Height 21.5 cm Width 20 cm Depth 27.8 cm
  • dimensions Height 8.47 in. Width 7.88 in. Depth 10.95 in.
  • material Copper
  • origin Sweden
  • period 1950-1959
  • style Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • barcode 50114024