It's not unique, but you might have to do some digging to find a light as quirky as this Louis Weisdorf Konkylie pendant light.

Designed in 1965 by Louis Weisdorf for Lyfa, this Scandinavian piece oozes space age style, using its gold, orange and yellow fins to throw out cool light effects, whilst staying interesting even when the light is switched to 'off'.

According to the seller, it has a couple of light scratches, but nothing beyond that in terms of wear. Even so, the £520 'Buy It Now' price is a little rich – perhaps one to keep an eye on in case that price drops.

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If a design still looks futuristic over 70 years after its first appearance, it is probably safe to say that it's unlikely to age much in the coming years. That's what you get with the Pietro Chiesa Luminator floor lamp.

This modernist gem dates back to 1933, yet still looks like nothing else on the market, a nickel-plated brass structure that throws out indirect light from the top – a modern(ist) take on the burning torch if you like.

You can control the light with a dimmer, but you can't do much about the price of this 190cm light – a hefty £1,430 for the Fontana Arte reissue.

Find out more at the Panik Design website