Description
This striking pair of mid-century modern brass table lamps, by Flute of Chicago, features a sleek conical base, slender brass stem, and distinctive textured corrugated cardboard shades in a warm, natural tone. The geometric cone-on-cone design gives them a sculptural presence, embodying the minimalist yet bold aesthetic of 1970s and 1980s modernist lighting.
Standing 27.5" tall, these lamps are both functional and decorative, casting a soft, diffused light while making a statement in any modern, eclectic, or vintage-inspired space. The brass has a warm patina that enhances their vintage character. A rare and stylish addition for collectors of high-end postmodern or memphis-era lighting.
They measure 27 1/2" tall, 10 1/2" in diameter at the shade, 6 1/2" in diameter at the base and 20 3/4" tall to the top of the light socket. They are in overall very good vintage condition as shown in the photographs, with age appropriate wear throughout. There is some natural oxidation and wear to the lamp bases, light scratches etc.. The cardboard shades are in similar condition. Both lamps work well and have been tested. The plastic candelabra cover on one has a chip as you can see, but this is totally concealed by the shade. They take candelabra base bulbs.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: They are in overall very good vintage condition as shown in the photographs, with age appropriate wear throughout. There is some natural oxidation and wear to the lamp bases, light scratches etc.. The cardboard shades are in similar condition. Both lamps work well and have been tested. The plastic candelabra cover on one has a chip as you can see, but this is totally concealed by the shade. They take candelabra base bulbs.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Frank Gehry
Materials & Techniques:
Cardboard, Satin Brass Finish
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Standing 27.5" tall, these lamps are both functional and decorative, casting a soft, diffused light while making a statement in any modern, eclectic, or vintage-inspired space. The brass has a warm patina that enhances their vintage character. A rare and stylish addition for collectors of high-end postmodern or memphis-era lighting.
They measure 27 1/2" tall, 10 1/2" in diameter at the shade, 6 1/2" in diameter at the base and 20 3/4" tall to the top of the light socket. They are in overall very good vintage condition as shown in the photographs, with age appropriate wear throughout. There is some natural oxidation and wear to the lamp bases, light scratches etc.. The cardboard shades are in similar condition. Both lamps work well and have been tested. The plastic candelabra cover on one has a chip as you can see, but this is totally concealed by the shade. They take candelabra base bulbs.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: They are in overall very good vintage condition as shown in the photographs, with age appropriate wear throughout. There is some natural oxidation and wear to the lamp bases, light scratches etc.. The cardboard shades are in similar condition. Both lamps work well and have been tested. The plastic candelabra cover on one has a chip as you can see, but this is totally concealed by the shade. They take candelabra base bulbs.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Frank Gehry
Materials & Techniques:
Cardboard, Satin Brass Finish
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; They are in overall very good vintage condition as shown in the photographs, with age appropriate wear throughout. There is some natural oxidation and wear to the lamp bases, light scratches etc.. The cardboard shades are in similar condition. Both lamps work well and have been tested. The plastic candelabra cover on one has a chip as you can see, but this is totally concealed by the shade. They take candelabra base bulbs.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
27.5 x 10.5 x 10.5 in
Flute of Chicago Brass Table Lamps With Conical Corrugated Cardboard Shades - a Pair
Estimate $750-$2,240
Starting Price
$300
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Jun 12, 2026 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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