Hans-Agne Jakobsson Mod. B-140

Hans-Agne Jakobsson

The B-140 table lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, designed in the 1960s, is an elegant example of Scandinavian modern lighting, combining a slender brass structure with a distinctive fringed silk shade. Its gently curved arm supports the shade in a suspended position, giving the piece a light, graceful presence, while the brass develops a warm patina over time that enhances its vintage character. The defining feature is the layered silk fringe, which softly diffuses the light to create a warm, intimate glow without glare, embodying Jakobsson’s philosophy of human-centered, atmospheric lighting. Both decorative and functional, the lamp stands as a refined balance between material richness and subtle illumination, making it a timeless icon of mid-century Nordic design.