This classical lamp shade was commonly used during the DDR era, and originally designed by the Bauhaus movement in the late 1920s. The lights were produced in large numbers by the lighting manufacturer Leuchtenbau Leipzig in order to be used in light industrial areas like collective farms and railway stations. They feature an enameled shade with a bakelite connection box, and come in various types and sizes.
This particular small shade with a stepped dome was salvaged from a large military complex in East Germany. As a group they illuminated the maintenance area for military vehicles.
The Blackbird comes with a 42 watt halogen E27 bulb, a 1,5 meter matt black cable, and a passport describing the history and origin of the lamp.
The fixture has been completely rewired to current standards, and is assembled and tested to EN 60598 directive of European Harmonized Legislation. US & Canada wiring available on request.
The black enamel layer gives a beautiful glow
The connection box is opened by turning its bakelite cover plate
The Blackbird features an enamel shade with bakelite connection box
The fragile enamel layer always shows signs of usage
Black Bird | Small enamel lamp shade Bauhaus-styleThe original mark of Leuchtenbau Leipzig (LBL)
The blackbird contains a porcelain E27 socket
Blackbirds applied with a twisted cable
Blackbirds hanging in a production area (image from DDR photo archive)
Blackbird as it was found
Blackbirds with twisted cable
Blackbirds in interior
Blackbird
Blackbird
Small enamel lamp shade Bauhaus-style
Specifications
Dimensions
38 x 38 x 35 cm (L x W x H)
Weight
1.9 Kg
In Stock
10
Shipping
worldwide
Price
From € 290,00 excl. VAT
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This classical lamp shade was commonly used during the DDR era, and originally designed by the Bauhaus movement in the late 1920s. The lights were produced in large numbers by the lighting manufacturer Leuchtenbau Leipzig in order to be used in light industrial areas like collective farms and railway stations. They feature an enameled shade with a bakelite connection box, and come in various types and sizes.
This particular small shade with a stepped dome was salvaged from a large military complex in East Germany. As a group they illuminated the maintenance area for military vehicles.
The Blackbird comes with a 42 watt halogen E27 bulb, a 1,5 meter matt black cable, and a passport describing the history and origin of the lamp.
The fixture has been completely rewired to current standards, and is assembled and tested to EN 60598 directive of European Harmonized Legislation. US & Canada wiring available on request.
Blackbird