Large Mid-Century “Sputnik” Table and Wall Lamp from the 1950s

This elegant lamp was designed in the early 1950s by Czechoslovak designer Josef Hůrka and produced by the Napako company in Prague. It is a rare example of early Space Age lighting, combining sculptural geometry with functional design.

The conical body and delicate metal frame reflect the so-called “Sputnik Aesthetic” – a stylistic response to the fascination with rockets and outer space that began in Eastern Europe in the mid-century era. The lamp can be used both as a table lamp and a wall-mounted fixture, making it a versatile and highly collectible lighting object.

The original parchment shade, restored with care, emits a soft and warm glow in a natural yellow tone, enhancing the atmospheric quality of the piece.

A characterful object from the dawn of the atomic age – ideal for lovers of design history and Space Age aesthetics.