Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.
Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair.
A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.
His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”
While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.
In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron, Gold Leaf
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wood
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Steel
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Fabric, Laminate, Wood, Lacquer
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Brass
1950s North American Art Deco Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Nickel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Nickel
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron
20th Century American Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Regency Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal, Nickel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Steel
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wrought Iron
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Chrome
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Brass
1930s European Industrial Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Aluminum, Brass
1960s French Neoclassical Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal, Enamel
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Brass, Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wrought Iron
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Metal
1960s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Bamboo
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Iron, Metal
1970s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Marble, Brass
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamps
Bronze, Steel