Rare and impressive pair of Mid-Century Modern large lamps designed by Paul McCobb in 1957 for the Distinguished Designer Series by the Pomona Manufacturing Company, featuring inset “Roulette” glazed ceramic tiles in the original red-orange hues. Each lamp features a triangular solid walnut body with brass toned decorative elements. The original triangular shades, restored with brand new linen, follow the lines of the lamps, giving the objects an even stronger personality, and making them truly unique conversation pieces. Other notable designers that were hired to create tiles for the series were Dorothy Liebes, Saul Bass, Paul Laszlo, Millard Sheets, Dong Kingman and George Nelson. Height listed below is to the top of the shade; height to socket is 31.5 inches. Shades height 18 inches, width 23 inches. Literature: Art & Architecture, June 1957 issue, two page Pomona Tile ad. In overall good original vintage condition. May show some signs of wear, marks, etc. Consistent with age and use. A wonderful addition to almost any style of decor. ____________________________________________ DIMENSIONS: 44″ H x 10.25″ W x 9 D ____________________________________________. A picture is worth a thousand words. ELECTRICAL ITEMS, LAMPS AND LIGHTING. The working condition of items will be noted in the item condition description. All lamps and light fixtures, unless otherwise noted, have old wires and sockets dating from the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. We will not be held accountable or responsible for any electrical hazards or damages. Item must be paid for within 3 days of sale. Any and all images of the items for sale and/or text describing such items are copyrighted by selectmidcenturymodern and may not be used without the written consent of selectmidcenturymodern. The item “Rare Pair Paul McCobb Walnut and Pomona Tile Table Lamps Mid-Century Modern Tall” is in sale since Friday, May 4, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Periods & Styles\Mid-Century Modernism”. The seller is “selectmidcenturymodern” and is located in Miami, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Sub-Style: American
- Maker: Paul McCobb
- Material: Brass Tone Metal
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Type: Lamps