Early 1930s SIS Frankfurt XXL Scissor Lamp | Renovated Bauhaus Wall Lighting
Step into the world of early 20th-century industrial innovation with this rare XXL SIS Frankfurt Scissor Lamp, dating back to the early 1930s. Made in Germany, Frankfurt. Built for function and durability, this lamp reflects the essence of true Bauhaus engineering: form, function, precision.
This exceptional piece has been meticulously renovated:
Disassembled, blasted, refinished in midnight black, and rewired for safety. The original structure was preserved to honor its heritage, while the electrical components were modernized to ensure safe daily use. It now has a new E27 fitting, 3 meters of electrical cord, EU plug and a light switch on the cord.
🏛 About SIS Frankfurt:
SIS Frankfurt was a German manufacturer known for its utilitarian industrial lighting, used throughout factories, workshops, and design studios. Their early scissor lamps are now highly collectible, with the XXL versions being particularly rare and sought after by designers and collectors.
Each mark of patina tells its story, this lamp has chips on the shade and signs of wear, reminding us that it has survived nearly a century of use. It is not a reproduction, but a true vintage survivor.
📐 Adjustability
This lamp extends and retracts beautifully, allowing custom positioning:
Shortest extension: 45 cm / 17.7 in
Longest extension: 110 cm / 43.3 in
💡 Where Can You Use It?
Home office or studio light – focused lighting with vintage flair
Reading corner lamp – adjustable for perfect ambiance
Kitchen wall accent – functional & stylish
Loft or industrial interiors – adds authentic character
Collector’s display piece – rare iconic Bauhaus design
Whether you love industrial decor, Bauhaus architecture, or functional antiques, this lamp becomes more than lighting, it becomes a statement.
