Jumo Desk Lamp by Eileen Gray – 1950

This Jumo desk lamp, attributed to Eileen Gray, stands out for its architectural silhouette and ingenious articulation system. The ensemble combines a pivoting longitudinal lampshade, covered in midnight blue faux leather, with an adjustable chrome metal structure. The double-arm system allows for the modification of the height and tilt of the lampshade to precisely direct the light. The heavy and perfectly proportioned base ensures the lamp's stability while extending its style: midnight blue top, polished metal, and geometric lines create a resolutely modernist aesthetic. The finesse of the structure, the interplay of the joints, and the purity of the volumes testify to a design where functionality becomes a true aesthetic element. The mechanism is not concealed: it fully contributes to the sculptural character of the piece. With its sophisticated and timeless appearance, this lamp is a remarkable vintage design object, particularly suited to a contemporary interior. **Eileen Gray** (1878-1976) was an Irish architect and designer. She is best known for her modern furniture and innovative architecture. Based in Paris, she worked notably with the modernist movement. Among her famous creations are the E-1027 table and the Bibendum chair. She also designed the E-1027 house in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France. Her work is characterised by simple, functional, and elegant forms. **Jumo** is a company founded in 1948 in Fulda, Germany, by Otto Moritz Juchheim. It initially manufactured temperature measuring instruments. Over the years, Jumo has expanded its activities into automation, regulation, and measurement systems for industry. Today, the company operates in many countries and offers solutions for controlling temperature, pressure, liquids, and other industrial parameters. 703V.