GUBI Table Lamp Gräshoppa Table Lamp

Gräshoppa Table Lamp

$789

Made by GUBI

Designed by Greta M. Grossman

Greta M. Grossman conceived the Gräshoppa in 1947, at a moment when Scandinavian modernism and California design were in quiet, productive dialogue. The lamp carries that exchange in its proportions: an elongated, tilted shade that suggests both insect and instrument, balanced on a stand of deliberate slenderness.

The composition is disciplined without being severe. Grossman understood that a lamp is also a presence in a room, and the Gräshoppa earns its place as both a working light and a considered object. It delivers focused, directed illumination while maintaining a lightness of form that heavier task lamps rarely achieve.

  • Original 1947 design by Greta M. Grossman, reissued by GUBI
  • Slender brass stand with characteristic angled shade
  • Compact footprint suited to desks, side tables, and reading nooks
  • Available in a range of curated colorways

Grossman worked across furniture, lighting, and architecture from her Los Angeles studio, and her sensibility runs through every angle of this lamp: economy of means, confidence of gesture, and an understanding that good design ages by growing more itself over time.

Shade Color
Shade Color: Black Semi Matt

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Product Details

Details

  • Designed by Greta M. Grossman in 1947
  • Made by GUBI as part of the Gräshoppa lighting collection
  • Conceived as a table lamp for task and ambient lighting
  • Characterized by an elongated, conical lampshade
  • Shade formed in powder‑coated steel
  • Supported by a slender tubular metal stand
  • Accented with brass structural elements
  • Adjustable shade allowing directional light control
  • Switch integrated into the lamp base
  • Fitted with an E14 lightbulb socket (bulb not included)
  • Designed for focused illumination with minimal glare
  • Suitable for desks, side tables, and accent lighting
  • Expresses Scandinavian modernism with Californian mid‑century influence
Measurements

H × W × D

16.2 x 5.9 x 13.4 in.
41.14 × 15 × 34 cm.

Shipping & Returns

Please refer to our shipping and return & exchange policy.

Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of GUBI. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Gräshoppa Table Lamp and when?

The Gräshoppa was designed by Greta M. Grossman in 1947. Grossman was a Swedish-born architect and designer who established a celebrated studio in Los Angeles, where she became a significant figure in postwar California modernism.

What is the Gräshoppa lamp made of?

The lamp features a slender brass stand and a distinctively elongated metal shade. GUBI's reissue maintains the material character of the original while meeting contemporary production standards.

Is the Gräshoppa suited for use as a task light?

Yes. The angled, focused shade directs light precisely, making it well suited to desks and reading surfaces. Its compact footprint also allows it to function as a sculptural accent on a side table or console.

How does the Gräshoppa fit within Greta M. Grossman's broader body of work?

Grossman practiced across lighting, furniture, and residential architecture, and the Gräshoppa reflects her consistent priorities: economy of form, structural honesty, and a quiet wit in the relationship between parts. It is among her most recognized and widely reproduced designs.

What colorways does the GUBI Gräshoppa Table Lamp come in?

GUBI offers the Gräshoppa in a curated selection of colorways that change periodically. Each finish is chosen to preserve the lamp's graphic silhouette while allowing it to read differently within a given interior.

Brand & Designer

GUBI
Bagdad Portable Lamp

GUBI

Founded in 1967 in Copenhagen, Denmark, GUBI specializes in furniture, lighting, and interior objects that unite timeless icons, contemporary design, and refined Scandinavian elegance.
Greta M. Grossman
Gräshoppa Pendant

Greta M. Grossman

A Swedish modernist designer and architect celebrated for elegant lighting, sculptural furniture, and a refined bridge between Scandinavian and California modernism.