Bauhaus Kaiser Idell 6722-T Desk Lamp by Christian Dell Circa 1930s

Bauhaus Kaiser Idell 6722-T Desk Lamp by Christian Dell Circa 1930s

Product code #OA3400

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- Rare original Kaiser Idell Model 6722-T, also known as the Baby Kaiser
- Designed by Christian Dell
- Black lacquered steel shade with white interior
- Curved nickel-plated steel arm
- Adjustable lamp head with pivoting mechanism
- Original black circular base
- Original white push-button on/off switch on base
- Embossed 'Original Kaiser Idell' maker's mark to the top of the shade
- Rewired with modern electrical components
- Fully working
- Takes E27 fitting bulbs
- German ~ 1930s

Dimensions 
- Width 13cm x length 13cm x height 25cm
- Shade - width 15cm x length 15cm

Christian Dell

Dell was born in Offenbach am Main in Hesse. From 1907-11 he completed the silver forging studies at the academy. In 1912-13 he studied at the Saxon college of arts and crafts in Weimar. From 1922-25 he worked as a foreman of the metal workshop at the Bauhaus in Weimar.

Beginning in 1926 Dell sketched lights and as an early industrial designer and pioneer of plastic design, Dell used bakelite and aminoplastics as materials for his works for Molitor-Zweckleuchten in 1929-30. Well known are the lights for the lamp factory Gebr. Kaiser & Co. in Neheim Hüsten beginning in 1933-34, which were produced in large quantities. The Kaiser Idell brand and production of lamps are owned by the Danish design company Fritz Hansen.

Condition Report

Good original condition, with minor cosmetic wear consistent with age and previous use. There is a small dent to the nickel-plated arm (as shown in the photos), along with some general ageing and wear. The original black finish presents well overall. The lamp has been rewired with modern electrical components and is in full working order.

As with all of our products this product is an original piece and has lived a life before it arrived at Otto's HQ. It has been sympathetically restored by the Otto's team to ensure it has a life for many more years to come. All of our products will show signs of patina and cosmetic wear, this we believe is what gives our products their unique charm. If you have any further questions regarding the condition of this product or any others please don't hesitate to contact us and we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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