This very rare mid-century modern table lamp is a classic example of West German pottery by Scheurich, dating from the 1960s. It features a bold, sculptural ceramic base with a rich, earthy brown glaze characteristic of the era's fat lava and textured stoneware styles. The lamp base has a tall, bottle-like silhouette that flares subtly toward the bottom. Its surface is decorated with a repeating vertical relief pattern that adds both visual rhythm and tactile depth to the design. The relief gives the lamp a subtle tribal or totemic character and reminds of the sublime art works by Wallåkra pottery in the south of Sweden. The glaze is a warm mix of chestnut, deep brown, and ochre tones, applied in layers that accentuate the surface texture and pattern. The semi-matte finish gives the piece a natural, organic quality. At the top, the original ceramic neck transitions to a teak connecting piece under the metal bulb socket. Deepstamped underneath: West Germany Scheurich 59617 DIMENSIONS: Height (to top of socket): 25 cm Height (to top of base): 16,5 cm Height with shade: 30 cm Base diameter: 9,5 cm A simple, well-made lamp with strong lines and subtle character — a collectible piece of French design from the mid-20th century. This piece has an attribution mark, I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution, European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.