Schalmei ‘ice block’ wall lamp by julius theodor kalmar for kalmar, austria – 1972 textural modernist lighting in sculptural cast glass and nickel designed by julius theodor kalmar and first featured in kalmar’s 1972 catalogue, the schalmei wall lamp—often referred to as the “ice block” model—exemplifies the viennese brand’s signature blend of luxurious materials and architectural form. The lamp features a deeply textured, embossed glass diffuser mounted to a nickel-plated metal frame. the hand-finished glass evokes a sense of frozen movement, diffusing the light with a crystalline glow. Behind the glass are three e14 sockets, allowing for even and atmospheric illumination. design details • designer: julius theodor kalmar • manufacturer: kalmar, austria • model: schalmei (‘ice block’) • year: first catalogue appearance in 1972 • materials: embossed glass, nickel-plated metal • dimensions: h 270 mm × w 290 mm × d 100 mm • light source: 3 × e14 bulbs (max. 40w each, clear recommended) • mounting: wall-mounted a bold yet refined piece of midcentury lighting, the schalmei is a collectible example of sculptural european glasswork from the 1970s. 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, up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.