Designers like Jimmie Martin have helped to popularize the idea of transforming a full size mannequin into a lamp. But for people who like that idea but have limited space, a mannequin torso – with or without a head – can be turned into a lamp as well.
For example, the elegant lamp below was created from a mannequin torso with a head. The ribboned lampshade and crystal fringe add to the feminine style of the lamp. We see this as a lovely nightstand accessory.
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This torso sports a cool derby hat — without a head – proving that women can wear derby hats too.
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This copper (or copper-like) torso has a severe, haunting quality. The lights here hang from her arm sockets. She has what we call a Frankenstein-ish look.
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This torso carries no head but, with hands, manages to offer three bulbs of light.
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Or, using a fuller torso form, why not light up the whole room with a translucent torso?
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This full torso and its matching lampshade are covered in newspaper fabric, offering a nice black-and-white design theme to a room.
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In contrast, this torso has been painted in a bright, colorful Art Deco style, with no lampshade.
These next two lamps use torso with heads – one with its original black glossy finish; the other with hand-painted designs.
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The next two lamps have a luxe, vaudeville style. First, the female torso wears a costume that cries “cabaret”!
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While this male torso lamp, rife in pastel green tux attire, makes for a gallant entryway lamp.
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The final two lamps are a study in contrast. While one uses a fencing mask and horns, creating some unusual kind of animal-woman…
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…the other is a feminine, adorned with lace and more lace…
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As you can see, lamps created with mannequin torsos are unlimited in design and style, depending on the torso and your unlimited creativity. What would you create?
You’ll find our Pinterest board here with lots more exciting examples of mannequin lamps.
We have used mannequins products at Mannequin Madness at discount prices so you can experiment with DIY projects without spending a lot of money.
Visit our website to shop for mannequins and dress forms, rent display pieces, or recycle your old mannequins.
