Torche wall lamp by Rob Eckhardt for Eckhardt and Leeuwenstein 1980s

Rare oversized 'Torche' wall lamp designed by the prominent Dutch furniture and interior architect Rob Eckhardt for Eckhardt and Leeuwenstein during the 1980s. This sculptural and theatrical wall fixture was handmade and offers a playful nod to traditional 18th-century French torchieres, reinterpreted with a late 20th century industrial aesthetic. The lamp features a slender steel tubular frame that holds a distinctive shade constructed from tightly woven steel mesh, intentionally manipulated to mimic the soft and fluid folds of draped curtains. The semi-transparent mesh provides a beautifully diffused and atmospheric glow when illuminated. Remains in very good condition. The woven steel wire shades retain their original shape without structural damages, tears or missing segments. The metal frameworks show minimal surface patina and light wear appropriate for their age. Fully functional in working order and ready to use.