The Dutch-born Jean-Henri Jansen (1854–1928) was only in his mid-20s when he set up his Parisian design business in 1880. By the time he died, Maison Jansen had become the world’s first international decorating firm. Today, it is still regarded as one of the most notable firms and period furniture manufacturers in history, with its vintage floor lamps, tables, dressers and other furnishings remaining in demand.
Maison Jansen initially came to international prominence in 1883 when the young Jean-Henri Jansen traveled to Amsterdam to participate in the International Colonial Exposition, an event that featured presentations by 28 different nations and was attended by over a million visitors. There he exhibited as part of the French pavilion and won the silver medal. This led to two prominent new clients: King William III of the Netherlands and King Alfonso XII of Spain.
Next was King Leopold II of Belgium for the interiors of the Château du Laeken, as well as commissions for Egypt’s King Farouk and Great Britain’s King Edward VII. Thanks to his participation in global expositions and fairs, Jansen expanded the renown of the firm so that its studios would reign in such major cities as London, New York, Buenos Aires, Cairo and many more.
Jansen was not only sought after for his taste but also for his custom period-inspired pieces. For example, in the Count and Countess de Revilla de Camargo’s Havana mansion, Jansen designed Louis XV–style furniture crafted from Cuban mahogany, enhancing Maison Jansen’s reputation as an expert maker. His custom furniture business was so successful that by 1900 he had opened his own atelier and employed around 700 artisans.
In the 1960s, the firm, then led by Stéphane Boudin, worked with Jacqueline Kennedy on the refurbishment of rooms in the White House, including such spaces as the Queens’ Sitting Room, which featured bright blue fabric and neoclassical details. In the 1970s, legendary French actor Alain Delon brought his sense of style to bear on the world of furniture design, when he created a series of pieces for Maison Jansen.
Maison Jansen continued to produce furniture designs through the 20th century, responding to shifting tastes from Art Nouveau to Modern Regency. The atelier and studio officially closed its doors in 1989.
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Pair of Dolphin Wall Sconces by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of dolphin wall sconces is made of bronze. They are finely chiseled and represent dolphins. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circ...
Bronze
Maison Jansen. Beautiful Brass Floor Lamp with Dolfinheads.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice floor lamp is made of brass. This is a very elegant piece with dolphin heads arms. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Brass
1950’s Maison Jansen Sea-themed Wall Sconce
By Maison Jansen
Located in CA, CA
A sculptural two light wall sconce, crafted in nickel plated and richly detailed with marine motifs. Made up of seaweed and starfish, shells and scallops, the elegant ornamentation...
Silver
Large Table Lamp, Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los angeles, CA
Large Table Lamp Material: Mercury, Ceramic
Ceramic
1 of 2 Maison Jansen 5-Light Bronze, Glass and Gunmetal Chandelier Black Shades
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
One of two Maison Jansen chandelier with two-tone metal finish, in a patina bronze and a dark gunmetal color. Glass accents with clear glass round saucers on all pieces just under t...
Brass, Metal
$1,406Sale Price|20% Off
Mid century Black Bamboo Table Lamp Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing Natural bamboo lamp, 70's - Italy - Maison Jansen Style Original and unique table lamp, large, made with natural bamboo trunks in the 70s, in France. This lamp follows the ...
Bronze
1970's Hollywood Regency Brass Mirror & Two Wall Features by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Schoorl, NL
A glamorous piece that perfectly suits a home decor of Hollywood Regency style. With its large metallic golden leaves & stems with seeds, it is not possible to walk by and not notice the feature. Hidden between the leaves are 3x E14 sockets. Real antique...
Brass
$2,950 / set
Maison Jansen Pair of Sconces
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Very nice pair of sconces by Maison Jansen. Black lacquered and polished nickel. Original white opaline shades. Diameter of the back plate: 4" Two pairs available. Priced by pair. Me...
Brass
Set of Two Lucite Obelisk Table Lamps by Sandro Petti for Maison Jansen France
By Maison Jansen, Sandro Petti
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two extremely rare Mid-Century Modern lucite table lamps in shape of an Obelisk. Designed by the Italian architect Sandro Petti for Maison Jansen, France, 1970s. Executed in ...
Brass
$4,250 / set
Maison Jansen Gold and Black Pair of Sconces
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Superb two-tone brass and gun metal pair of sconces by Maison Jansen. US rewired and in working condition. Two bulb of 75 watts max. Custom back plate available, ask for a quote. Two...
Brass
Maison Jansen Polished Bronze Retractable Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern France
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Original French Mid-Century Modern polished bronze & brass retractable floor lamp by Maison Jansen made in France 1960. Perfect working condition and takes one regular Light bulb. ...
Brass, Bronze
Lucite and Brass Obelisk Table Lamp by Sandro Petti for Maison Jansen
By Sandro Petti, Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Tall table lamp designed by Sandro Petti for Maison Jansen made of a neo classique brass base in nickel finish and a flawless lucite obelisk.
Brass
Maison Jansen Bronze, Faceted Glass & Etched Frosted Glass 8 Light Chandelier
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Monumental 8 Light Maison Jansen chandelier in Brass with custom made Black & Gold Cylinder Paper Shades. Features a heavy Brass Frame with etched and frosted rectangle Glass. Each...
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Sconces
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Jansen sconces 2 lights , 40 watts max bulb US rewired and in working condition Totally restored and refinished Back plate : 5" diameter. Have a look on our i...
Brass, Bronze
$2,360Sale Price / set|20% Off
Maison Jansen Mid-Century Modern Single Wall Sconce Two-Tone Patina Brass, Pair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of very elegant French sconces, circa 1950s, two patinas. Brass and original white opaline glass shades or white paper shades. Maximum wattage: 40 W per bulb. Priced by pair. ...
Brass
$2,450 / set
Pair of Maison Jansen 2 Patinas Sconces
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison jansen sconces, 2 patinas brass and gun metal. US rewired and in working condition. Completely restored and refinished. Back plate 3.75" diameter. Have a look on our i...
Brass
Palm Tree lamp by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in MADRID, ES
Maison Jansen palm table lamp, large and very rare, from the 1960s/70s, with two light points. The hand-cut palms and the stem are made of overlapping brass sheets. Of fantastic prop...
Bronze
$5,895Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Brass and Crystal Sconces by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless pair of modern neoclassical wall lights by Maison Jansen in the style of Louis XVI, each with three arms. Each sconce has with a wood candle that lights. Additi...
Crystal, Brass
Large "palmtree" floor lamp by Christian Techoueyres, Jansen, France circa 1970
By Christian Techoueyres, Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, FR
Palm tree floor lamp, designed by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen in the 1970s. Large sculptural floor lamp in hand-cut, shaped and soldered brass, set in a black laminated w...
Brass
Maison Jansen, pair of table lamps, In the style of the Brighton Pavilion
By Maison Jansen
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Maison Jansen, Pair of lamps, Lacquered wood plaster effect, In the style of the Bringhton Pavilion, Circa 1970, France. Height 84 cm Base 23 x 23 cm
Wood
$7,900Sale Price|83% Off
French 24-Arm Brass and Cut Crystal Chandelier by Baguès for Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Elegant brass and cut crystal chandelier by Baguès for Jansen in the modern neoclassical taste having a cut and etched glass central baluster surrounded by an opulent dressing of ame...
Crystal, Brass
$9,329 / item
Bright Palm by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Torino, IT
Palm lamp by Maison Jansen. Brass light palm with black glass base. These rare and exquisite Hollywood Regency-style palms are ideal for adding a touch of style and eclecticism to ...
Brass
Maison Jansen, Neoclassical Floor Lamp, circa 1950
By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Jansen, neoclassical floor lamp, circa 1950.
Bronze
Mid-20th Century 'Neoclassic' Floor Lamp
By Maison Jansen
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful mid-century floor lamp with a Neoclassical style.
Bronze
$3,375Sale Price|25% Off
Maison Jansen Floor Lamp
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Maison Jansen floor lamp. Base dimensions: 11" / 11".
Brass, Chrome
Maison Jansen Four-Arm Brass and Crystal Chandelier
By Maison Jansen
Located in East Hampton, NY
Fabulous brass and crystal chandelier by Maison Jansen.
Mid-Century Modern Group of Patinated & Gilt Metal Palm Tree Form Lamps, Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern Group of Patinated and gilt metal palm tree form lamps by Maison Jansen. A large Maison Jansen palm tree table lamp in Hollywood regency style. The gilt and pati...
Metal
$14,500 / set
Pair of Maison Jansen Silvered Sconces
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome pair of Maison Jansen cast, silvered metal, 2 arm sconces. Not wired.
Metal