Pair of Bauhaus bakelite table or wall lights by Elektrosvit, 1950s

Manufactured by elektrosvit nové zámky under catalogue number 11641. Former czechoslovakia 1950s. Crafted from black and white bakelite, can be hung as a wall light or used as a desk lamp. Despite its strong pre-war modernist aesthetic, it's often mistaken for a 1930s creation; however, it was actually produced much later, in the 1950 - 70s. The lamps comprise a single cast base with an on/off switch and bulb. Its organic oval-shaped lampshades are easily adjustable, held directly on the bulb by a light wire frame. Dimensions: 14 X 15 X 11 cm.