Maker: Lival Oy Ab, Finland (Lindström) Marked:Oy L S Ab (on the back) Period: 1950s - 1960s Origin: Finland
Design and Materials
This early modernist wall-mounted lamp is crafted from solid teak wood, with warm grain and rich tone that has aged beautifully. The vertical backplate is rectangular with softened edges and features a central mounting hole. The cylindrical base is solid wood, smoothly turned and attached seamlessly to the wall mount.
The lamp features a removable satin opal glass shade - matte white in finish and softly diffusing light. The top edge of the glass is framed with a wooden ring, matching the base in tone and grain. Inside is a brown bakelite socket, compatible with a standard E27 bulb (not included).
Measurements
Height: 31.5 cm (approx. 12.4 inches)
Depth from wall (with shade): approx. 13 cm (5.1 inches)
Diameter of glass shade: approx. 10.5 cm (4.1 inches)
Condition
Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate signs of wear. Wood has a few small surface marks and a warm patina. The glass shade is in excellent vintage condition. All parts are original.
Installation
Can be mounted on a wall using the existing hole in the backplate
Original wiring preserved
For indoor use only
Additional Info
This lamp reflects the early phase of Scandinavian modern lighting design, where functional form met high-quality materials. Rare example of Lival’s early production before the brand shifted toward mass produced metal fixtures in later decades.
Perfect for reading corners, bedside use or warm ambient lighting.
