Scandinavian Modern Blue Glazed Stoneware Table Lamp, Søholm Stentøj, 1960s

Handcrafted in the mid-20th century, this exquisite stoneware table lamp bears the distinctive mark of Søholm Stentøj. Produced by the renowned Danish company Soholm Stentoj on the picturesque island of Bornholm, this lamp captures the essence of the era's artistic sensibilities. The lamp base exhibits a captivating graphic pattern composed of vertically arranged half-moon shapes. Crafted from stoneware and adorned with a delicate light blue ceramic glaze on top of a brown glaze, and a raw unglazed neck, this lamp exudes a timeless charm. The lamp bears the initials 'AS' and the company's stamp, attesting to its authenticity. Without the shade, the lamp stands at a height of 19.5 cm and has a diameter of 10 cm. Søholm Stentøj, or Soholm Stoneware, boasts a rich history dating back to the early 17th century on Bornholm, Denmark's pottery and ceramics hub. Established in 1835 by Herman Sonne Wolffsen and Edvard Christian Sonne in Rønne, Bornholm, this venerable ceramic factory remained in operation until its closure in 1996. The name 'Søholm' originated from the founders' earlier employment at a faience factory near Copenhagen from 1828 to 1839, with a lease taken in 1834. Throughout its existence, Søholm produced an extensive array of stoneware, showcasing various designs and forms.