Desk lamp type TK 50T – Mid-Century / GDR industrial design, black, circa 1970s

Authentic GDR design with character: This vintage desk lamp type TK 50T comes from the production cooperative of the metal and belt-making trade in Halle and embodies the functional industrial design of the 1970s.
The lamp features a rotating and swiveling reflector made of lacquered metal, combined with a stable base and clean lines. The original black lacquer finish displays an honest patina and slight signs of wear , deliberately preserving its original charm. Ideal for a desk, studio, or mid-century interior.

Design & style:

• Style: Mid-Century / GDR industrial design

• Origin: GDR, PGH Halle

• Time period: approximately late 1960s – early 1970s

• Model name: “Type TK 50T”

Product details:

• Material: Metal, lacquered (black / white inside)

• Socket: E27, max. 60 W / 250 V

• Switch: Toggle switch on the lamp neck

• Cable: Original version, fully functional

• Condition:

  • The lamp was tested for functionality.

  • Surface with patina, minor scratches and signs of wear

  • Reflector rotatable and tiltable, stable mechanism

Special features:

• Original East German lamp, not a replica

• Simple, functional industrial design with collector's value

• Authentically preserved surface, no repainting

Notes:

• Genuine vintage lamp – not a replica

• The lamp was tested for functionality.

• However, the electrical system should be checked by a qualified professional before commissioning.

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