Designed in 1910, the HO 18 Table Lamp is a masterwork of the Vienna Secession movement, epitomizing Josef Hoffmann’s transition from ornate Art Nouveau to the geometric rigor of Modernism. Often associated with the Wiener Werkstätte, this lamp is a study in "Architectural Elegance." The HO 18 Table Lamp is celebrated for its perfect balance of verticality and circular motifs. It is less a light fixture and more a functional sculpture that defines the space it occupies. A slender, fluted brass stem rises from a tiered, weighted circular base, leading to a distinctive hemispherical dome. Usually crafted from hand-blown opal glass or silk-screened metal, the shade provides a soft, diffused glow that eliminates harsh shadows. Traditionally finished in polished brass, nickel-plating, or patinated bronze, reflecting Hoffmann’s obsession with high-quality metalwork. The design utilizes repeated fluting and beaded edges—small details that capture light and create a sense of rhythmic texture. The HO 18 represents the "Gesamtkunstwerk" (total work of art) philosophy. Hoffmann believed that every object in a home, down to the lamp on a desk, should contribute to a unified aesthetic harmony. Today, it remains a favorite for interior designers looking to add a touch of pre-war European sophistication to contemporary minimalist spaces. "The HO 18 is a bridge between the craftsmanship of the past and the industrial logic of the future."
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Dimensions:
• Height 35 cm (13.7”)
• Diam 25 cm (9.8”)
Material
• Aluminium
• Brass
General Information:
• Contract
• Residential
ICONE DESIGN
Icone Design is a brand that produces furnishings derived from the original designs of the great protagonists of early modernism, crafted today with the same attention, precision, and dedication to detail. Each Icone Design collection expresses its own unique identity, yet all share a unified vision: the belief that the design of the future can be built upon the extraordinary legacy that modernity has entrusted to us. Complementing this heritage, their replica furniture showcases Italian‑made luxury seating inspired by the world’s most iconic designers, created with refined materials and meticulous craftsmanship to honor and reinterpret timeless design classics.
