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1950s Josef Hurka pendant

Era: 1950s Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

Designed by famed NAPAKO designer Josef Hůrka, this one-off 1950s pendant was born when industry was nationalised under communism in former Czechoslovakia. Sensitively restored without compromising the original factory finish, a chrome-plated enclosure houses an etched glass lens, producing a striking glow when lit. A true collector’s piece, great for commercial receptions, hotels and lobbies. A smaller version is also available.

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Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

Much of the lighting we salvage and restore from the former Eastern Bloc was produced in the manufacturing powerhouses of former Czechoslovakia. Under Communist rule the same design was often manufactured in three scaled versions to cater for varying bulb wattage. The country is also famed for its beautiful glassware, with both wall and ceiling opaline glass lights often being used in public and residential settings, such as housing blocks and schools.

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Restoration

At skinflint we take the time to place the history and heritage of each vintage light that we salvage and restore. Delving into the National Archive at the National Technical Museum, Prague, we unearthed these original manufacturer’s catalogues and hand-drawn designs from NAPAKO. The material provides a fascinating insight into the mid-20th century brand, helping us to accurately date each product, and guide our restoration processes to ensure we honour the original designs of these classic pieces.

Product details

Supplied tested and rewired with 4.no new screw (E27) lamp holders and original rod. Total height from ceiling 610mm.

Diameter: 535 mm
Length: n/a mm
Height: 610 mm
Width: n/a mm
Weight: 3.3 kg
Colour: Silver | Clear
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Non-standard delivery. Supplied wired and tested to BS EN60598. Converted for use in the US and worldwide. IP20 for internal use only.

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Manufacturer: NAPAKO

NAPAKO is a lighting manufacturer founded in 1919 in Prague, former Czechoslovakia. Considered a collective NAPAKO worked alongside various designers in the early twentieth century, most notably with highly acclaimed designer Josef Hurka. Hurka began his career designing electrical appliances before specialising in household lighting, including ceiling and floor lamps. Napako pieces designed by Hurka are considered collectibles and are to this day, highly sought after and awarded in the lighting design industry.

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