2 Vintage Black Bo Niko Lamp 1960s Belgium

A minimalist conical wall lamp from the mid-century modern era, crafted with matte opaline glass and a black bakelite frame.The lamp features has an e14 fitting and includes the original on/off cord mechanism. Bo-niko is part of niko, the biggest electric components company from belgium since decades.The firm was established shortly after world war 1 in 1919 by the two brothers alphonse and werner de backer in sint-niklaas, belgium.The duo first started their business as a bicycle chain producer before they switched to porcelain switches and sockets.The name niko is derived from the town where the company is located: sint-niklaas: saint-nicolas. Sint-niko-laas in old flemish. This lamp was inspired by a design from 1955 by Wilhelm Wagenfeld (1900-1990) for Lindner and produced by Peill + Putzler. + electricity: 2 bulb e14 for one lamp, 2 X 40 watt maximum, 110/220 volt.Any type of light bulb with an e14 screw base can be used, not a specific one preferred. However, white or frosted bulbs gives the most beautiful result in combination with opaque glass. + condition: very good.This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. + materials: bakelite and opaline glass + width: 8 cm + depth: 7 cm + height: 22 cm.

Ref. : PTTSTU42