Pendant Lamp “DERBY” in Triplex Opal Glass – Karel Volf, Osvětlovací sklo n.p.,

Product description

This elegant pendant lamp was designed by Karel Volf in the 1970s for Osvětlovací sklo n.p., a key Czechoslovak lighting manufacturer of the mid-century era.

Made from high-quality triplex opal glass, this lamp delivers exceptional light diffusion with its soft matte finish and timeless sculptural form. Originally intended for select hotel and public interiors in Prague and across Czechoslovakia, it remains an iconic example of local design heritage.

Triplex opal glass (triple-layered cased white glass) ensures an even glow while reducing glare, ideal for elegant interiors with a focus on atmosphere and craftsmanship.

• Designer: Karel Volf

• Manufacturer: Osvětlovací sklo n.p., Czechoslovakia

• Period: 1970s–1980s

• Material: triplex opal glass

• Intended use: hotel interiors, public buildings, stylish modern homes

• Condition: excellent original or professionally restored

A rare lighting object and a testament to the enduring tradition of Czech glassmaking and design.