This Midgard Model 114, designed by Curt Fischer and produced c.1940, exemplifies the innovative spirit of Bauhaus lighting design, featuring a sleek, articulated arm that allows for precise control of light direction, or "steerable" light. A revolutionary concept at the time. Widely used at the Bauhaus school, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius in Weimar, Germany, this lamp reflects the institution’s mission to integrate art, design, and craftsmanship in the pursuit of functional and aesthetically pleasing objects. As the chief designer at Midgard, Fischer contributed significantly to modernist lighting solutions, creating versatile pieces that embody the principles of simplicity and utility. The Midgard Model 114 remains a timeless work that celebrates the enduring influence of the Bauhaus School on contemporary design. Original blue and silver hammertone finish is in very good condition.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK
Blue Hammertone Midgard Model 114, Curt Fischer, c.1940
This Midgard Model 114, designed by Curt Fischer and produced c.1940, exemplifies the innovative spirit of Bauhaus lighting design, featuring a sleek, articulated arm that allows for precise control of light direction, or "steerable" light. A revolutionary concept at the time. Widely used at the Bauhaus school, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius in Weimar, Germany, this lamp reflects the institution’s mission to integrate art, design, and craftsmanship in the pursuit of functional and aesthetically pleasing objects. As the chief designer at Midgard, Fischer contributed significantly to modernist lighting solutions, creating versatile pieces that embody the principles of simplicity and utility. The Midgard Model 114 remains a timeless work that celebrates the enduring influence of the Bauhaus School on contemporary design. Original blue and silver hammertone finish is in very good condition.