Very Rare 1920s Kaiser Idell Model 6581 Table Lamp By Christian Dell

A very rare kaiser idell model 6581 bankers style lamp from 1928, designed by renowned bauhaus designer christian dell. This rare version of the 6581 connects the shade to the rest of the lamp from the back of the shade where as the more common later models were all connected by an arm either side of the shade. Completely cleaned, rewired & pat safety tested ready to go. This lamp uses a e27 standard screw in bulb, an led bulb is included with this lamp. Height 45cm, width ( base ) 17cm, width ( shade ) 22cm, depth 25cm. Christian dell. Dell was born in offenbach am main, from 1907-11 he completed the silver forging studies at the academy there.in 1912-13 he studied at the saxon college of arts & crafts in weimar. From 1922-25 he worked as foreman of the metal workshop at the bauhaus in weimar. In 1926 he changed to the frankfurt art school (städelschule). In 1933 with the nazi party taking control he was unable to remain there & walter gropius founder of the bauhaus school offered him a job in the united states. However, dell decided to remain in germany. After world war ii, dell manufactured silver goods & in 1948 opened a jewellery shop in wiesbaden, which he operated until 1955. He died in wiesbaden in 1974. Many of the items we have for sale are all from what we refer to as " real life ", they were all made for use & purpose. There will always be signs of use & aging which we think gives each item its individuality & personal charm. We clean & repair but we always try our best to keep everything in its original state. We will always give you a good idea of condition & especially highlight anything that we consider may have aesthetic or structural concern. International buyers will need to check with their local authorities to see if any customs & import taxes are applicable. Any additional customs & tax payments are the responsibility of the buyer. We can not be held responsible for delays due to customs.