Napako giraffe floor lamp from the 1960s in chrome by Josef Hůrka with handmade parchment lampshade

This legendary 1960s "Giraffe" floor lamp, designed by Czech lighting pioneer Josef Hůrka and produced by the Czechoslovakian manufacturer Napako, is an iconic piece of mid-20th-century Central European lighting design. Known locally as the Žirafa/Zirafa/Giraffe lamp, the design is distinguished by its slender, sculptural body, its angled arm reminiscent of a giraffe's posture, and its luxurious chrome finish—combining elegant minimalism with a playful, biomorphic character. The lamp has been enhanced with a new, handcrafted parchment shade, entirely handmade using traditional techniques, complementing the reflective chrome with a warm, textured translucency. The original metal structure remains in good vintage condition, retaining an authentic patina and signs of use consistent with its age. A rare, sculptural and historically significant light fixture, ideal for design collectors, galleries, refined interiors, boutique hotels and distinguished living spaces.