Vintage 1970s German Floor Lamp by VEB, Wohnraumleuchten

This striking 1970s floor lamp is the perfect item for any mid 20th century design lover. 

VEB Wohnraumleuchten Stadtilm translates in English to the "State-Owned Living Room Lighting Enterprise in Stadtilm," referring to the mid-20th-century lighting manufacturer located in Stadtilm, Germany. 

Today, these pieces are highly collectible examples of retro-industrial design.

In general good condition with wear commensurate with age, including some minor staining to the original yellow pleated shade and some tarnish to the base, all as photographed. 

The lamp has been rewired with approximately 235cm of twisted 3 core cream nylon flex and has been fitted with two new brass bayonet lamp holders (B22), a new push floor switch and a 3 pin UK plug. 

Measures approximately 134cm tall to the top of the shade, 143cm tall  to the top of the metal bar, and has a 43cm diameter shade.