Kanebo Post Modern Mushroom Lamp | Japan 1980s
Kanebo Post Modern Mushroom Lamp | Japan 1980s
Diffuse the light, not the drama..
Forget the straight lines and strict modernism of the decades before, this lamp is Postmodern Japan at its most imaginative. Designed in the 1980s by Kanebo, a cosmetics company with a surprising foray into design objects, the piece takes the humble table lamp and gives it biomorphic charisma.
The standout frosted glass shade swells with organic curvature, resembling a mushroom cap or clam shell. When lit, the diffusion creates a soft, halo-like atmosphere, making the piece feel like a functional sculpture. This design perfectly embodies the 1980s mood. Rejecting austerity in favor of unexpected shape, texture, and playful surprise.
Condition: Excellent
Key Features & Benefits:
Authentic Kanebo design, 1980s Japan
Frosted glass shade in organic mushroom/clam shell form
Contrasting base
Emits diffused, halo-like light—soft and sculptural
Collectible example of Japanese Postmodern lighting
Scales beautifully as bedside, side table, or display lamp
Art object when off, ethereal glow when lit
Because your lighting deserves more than a dim personality.
Black & Gold Condition Guide
✨ We believe every piece tells a story — here’s how we describe the chapters they’ve lived so far:
Mint / Like New Practically time-traveled. Looks as though it’s never been used. Crisp, clean, and flawless.
Excellent Well-preserved with only the most minor signs of age (think a faint scratch or two, visible only if you squint). Structurally sound and show-stopping.
Very Good Loved and cared for. Some small signs of wear — maybe light surface marks, gentle fading, or a touch of patina — but nothing that distracts from its beauty or function.
Good Has earned its character. Noticeable wear such as scratches, discoloration, or finish loss, all consistent with age and use. Still fully functional and fabulous.
Well-Loved / As-Is This one has stories to tell. Expect visible flaws or wear (chips, cracks, missing parts), but still worthy for display, repurposing, or as a collector’s gem.
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