Hans Agne Jakobsson pair of Floor lamp model G 109. Cira 1960

Pair of floor lamps, designed by Hans Agen Jakobsson, model G109, in brass with silk fringe shades. The design is distinguished by its unusually restrained silhouette: a slender brass stem rises from a small circular base, terminating in a cantilevered arm that delicately suspends the shade. The proportions are exceptionally light, giving the lamps an almost floating appearance despite their solid brass construction.

The cylindrical shades are finished with dense ivory silk fringe that softens the geometry of the polished brass caps. This interplay between structure and textile is central to the design—the rigid architectural framework contrasts with the movement and tactility of the fringe, which forms a luminous veil around the light source. When lit, the fringe diffuses the light into a warm, atmospheric glow while accentuating the texture of the silk.

Viewed together, the pair possesses a quiet theatricality. The elevated shades appear to hover in space, while the reflective brass surfaces introduce subtle highlights that shift throughout the day. Elegant and understated, the lamps demonstrate a refined balance between Scandinavian minimalism and decorative richness, resulting in objects that function as both lighting and sculpture.

Dimensions : Height : 125 cm / Diameter 25cm 

About the designer : Hans Agne Jakobsson was a Swedish lighting designer best known for redefining how lamps could shape atmosphere rather than simply provide illumination. Active mainly from the 1950s through the 1970s, he became closely associated with Scandinavian modernism, emphasizing warmth, tactility, and human comfort. Jakobsson frequently used thin wood veneers, brass, and softly diffusing materials to create lamps that eliminated glare and produced a gentle, ambient glow, which stood in contrast to the harsher functional lighting common at the time. Through his company AB Ellysett, he produced designs that were both sculptural and approachable, blending craftsmanship with modern production. Today his work is highly sought after and often reissued, valued for its timeless quality and its influence on how designers think about light as an emotional and spatial experience rather than just a technical necessity.