Floor Lamp Model 60442 by Idman Oy, Finland, 1940s

This 1940s floor lamp by Idman features a clean, functional silhouette typical of early Finnish modernism. The design pairs a tall stem in stained birch with a tubular arm in nickelated brass, giving the lamp a balanced contrast between warm natural material and cool metal. The hand-woven shade, made of thin wooden slats, introduces an organic texture and casts a warm, patterned light when illuminated. The adjustable arm allows the shade to be angled, making the lamp practical for reading or gentle ambient lighting.

Idman, one of Finland’s most important lighting manufacturers of the 20th century, was known for its high-quality craftsmanship and close collaborations with leading designers and architects. Model 60442 reflects the company’s 1930s–40s shift toward streamlined forms influenced by functionalism, while still embracing natural materials and hand-finished details.

A versatile piece that works well in living rooms, reading corners or alongside lounge seating, this lamp brings a calm, Nordic sensibility. Its combination of stained birch, nickelated brass and a woven wooden shade gives it a timeless, understated presence suited to both modernist and eclectic interiors.

• Height 156 cm / 61.4 in
• Width 55 cm / 21.7 in
• Shade Ø 25 cm / 9.8 in
• Stained birch stem, nickelated brass arm, hand-woven wooden slat shade
• Model 60442
• Manufacturer: Idman Oy
• Period: 1940s
• Made in Finland
• Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear