Sale Pamono Butler Estacle Floor Lamp by Bent Gantzel-Boysen for Louis Poulsen, 1970s

A very rare example of Danish modern design, the Butler Estacle floor lamp was created by Bent Gantzel-Boysen for Louis Poulsen in the 1970s. The design of the Butler Estacle originated from Gantzel-Boysen’s earlier IT pendant lamp, adapted into a versatile floor lamp format. Known for its clean lines and functional elegance, the lamp exemplifies the Scandinavian Modern design ethos. Bent Gantzel-Boysen designed Lampetit, and various spotlights – Lillebror, Unispot, Sorte Louis and Louispot all for Louis Poulsen. Later designing the Duett pendant and the Banjo series for IKEA, further cementing his reputation in 20th-century lighting design.

The Butler Estacle was produced in three powder-coated finishes — white, chocolate brown, and red and in model variations with 1, 2, or 3 adjustable lamp heads. Your example is in white with 2 adjustable lamp heads, each with its own plug, allowing independent operation. The lamp retains its original attribution mark.

Dimensions:
Total height: 130 cm
Lamp head dimensions: Height 23 cm, Diameter 22 cm
Adjustable: Each lamp head can be angled individually
Details:
Designer: Bent Gantzel-Boysen
Manufacturer: Louis Poulsen, Denmark
Design Period: 1970s
Production Period: 1970s
Materials: Metal
Colour: White
Spots: Model variation with 1, 2, or 3 adjustable lamp heads (your example has 2)
Switch: Large black plastic press switch on each bulb housing
Plug: European plug (each spot has its own)
Style: Danish Design, Scandinavian Modern

Condition: Very good vintage condition with normal patina and slight signs of wear; fully working

Extremely rare model, highly sought after by collectors of 20th-century Danish lighting