Wagenfeld Lamp

Photo by Indre Sablovskiene

Wagenfeld Lamp

Wilhelm Wagenfeld

Overview

History & Origin

Created in 1924 during Wilhelm Wagenfeld's time as a student at the Bauhaus in Weimar, the lamp was designed under the supervision of László Moholy-Nagy in the metal workshop.

The iconic Wagenfeld Table Lamp with its distinctive glass shade

Designer

Wilhelm Wagenfeld (1900-1990) was a German industrial designer and former Bauhaus student who became one of the most influential designers of the 20th century.

Historical Significance

The lamp represents a perfect example of Bauhaus design principles, combining industrial materials with geometric simplicity to create a functional yet beautiful object.

The Wagenfeld Lamp became a symbol of Bauhaus design principles and influenced countless lighting designs throughout the 20th century.

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