Minimalist metal desk lamp, Gebrüder Cosack, Germany, 1940s

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Minimalist metal desk lamp, Gebrüder Cosack, Germany, 1940s

Classic table lamp manufactured by the German manufacturer Gebrüder Cosack (Gecos) in the 1940s. Also known as a doctor’s lamp. The base is made of cast iron, while the shade and articulated, ball-jointed arm are made of metal. The arm and large shade can be adjusted to achieve a wide angle of light. The switch is located on the base. This lamp is the essence of Bauhaus style. A timeless design that combines functionality with simplicity. It will work well in a wide range of interiors.

Gebrüder Cosack (Gecos) was founded in 1833 by three brothers, Theodor, Egon and Friedrich Cosack, as a metalworking company in Neheim-Hüsten, Germany. Initially, the company produced liturgical objects, as well as oil lamps. Later, the company turned to the production of electric lamps. After the Second World War, it produced copper designer lighting for restaurants.  The best-known designers to collaborate with Gecos include Gottfried Stürzenhofecker, K. H. Kinsky, Hans Wilfried Hegger, Hans-Joachim Groth, Burkhard Panteleit, Joachim O. Becker, Prof. Friedrich Becker, Waldemar Rothe and Jan Armgardt. Gebrüder Cosack received 15 iF Design Awards. 

The lamp is in very good vintage condition. It has minor scratches. It was re-lacquered some time ago. Requires an E27 screw-base bulb with a maximum power of 60W.