Satin Black Bauhaus Clam Desk lamp by Kaiser Idell, Model 6740 – Original KAISER-idell - Super Lampshade
Brand: Kaiser Idell
Model: 6740 Clamp, Desk lamp
Designer: Christian Dell
Producer: Gebrüder Kaiser & Co.
Country: Germany
Year: Circa 1940s
Color: Satin black, gray inside
Measurements:
Height: 65 cm (25.6 inches)
Shade diameter: 21 cm (8.3 inches)
Table clamp: suitable for table tops up to a thickness of 5 cm (2 inches)
This stunning Kaiser Idell 6740 Table lamp is an original piece from the 1940s, featuring the iconic embossed shade with "ORIGINAL KAISER-idell." It's completely renovated and got a fresh Satin black finish. We polished the metal parts. It's still a vintage item so there could be signs of wear, adding to its authentic vintage character. Please look at photos carefully.
For safe functionality, the lamp has been rewired and comes with an EU plug. It retains its original E27 fitting and the built-in light switch on the base.
The Legacy of Kaiser Idell
Kaiser Idell is one of the most iconic names in Bauhaus lighting design. The brand was developed by Christian Dell, a German silversmith and industrial designer, who played a key role in shaping Bauhaus aesthetics. The name "Idell" is derived from Dell’s surname and the word ‘idea.’ The lamps, produced by Gebrüder Kaiser & Co., became famous for their sleek, functional, and high-quality craftsmanship.
Kaiser Idell lamps, including the model 6556, were widely used in offices, workshops, and homes, thanks to their adjustable mechanics and timeless elegance. Their distinctive domed shades and precision-engineered joints made them a staple of 20th-century industrial design. Today, these lamps are highly sought-after collectibles, admired for their history, craftsmanship, and Bauhaus heritage.
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of design history, a beautifully restored, yet still characterful, original Kaiser Idell 6740 Desk lamp.
