Tommi Parzinger Table 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.
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Silver Plate
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Metal
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Metal
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Silver Plate, Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Metal
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Silver Plate
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Statuary Marble, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass, Silver Plate
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass, Metal
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Bronze, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Carrara Marble, Brass
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Bronze
1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Marble
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass, Enamel
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Leather
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Nickel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass, Steel
1970s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
1970s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Table Lamps
Brass