Jo Hammerborg – Ambassador Table Lamp, Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
An exceptional Danish vintage table lamp designed by Jo Hammerborg for the renowned lighting manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1960s. The Ambassador is a refined example of Danish modernist design, combining sculptural elegance, carefully balanced proportions and beautiful materials.
The distinctive wide aluminium shade features a gently curved, almost floating silhouette. It is supported by a slender, elegantly tapered rosewood stem, whose rich natural grain and warm tones create a striking contrast with the cool metallic finish. A sculptural aluminium base completes the lamp's harmonious design.
The Ambassador reflects Jo Hammerborg's characteristic approach to lighting, where form, function and material are brought together in a beautifully considered composition. The broad shade directs light downwards, creating a soft and inviting atmosphere, ideal for a living room, sideboard or reading corner.
Fog & Mørup was among Denmark's notable lighting manufacturers, producing numerous celebrated designs by Jo Hammerborg. The Ambassador beautifully captures the sophisticated material combinations and distinctive silhouettes associated with Scandinavian mid-century lighting.
A timeless Danish design classic that serves both as a functional light source and a striking sculptural statement.
Designer: Jo Hammerborg
Manufacturer: Fog & Mørup
Period: 1960's
Material: rosewood veneer, aluminium, metal
Condition: Good vintage condition
Measurements: diameter 40 cm, height 47 cm
The product is available in the store.
