Master craftsman Philippe Barbier created table lamps used on the sets of many French films, as well as furniture and decor like coffee tables and candle holders. The furniture designer and producer worked in Paris throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was known for using steel to make his pieces shine.
Barbier operated a small studio called Maison Barbier in central Paris, on rue du Pré aux Clercs. In addition to making his own furniture, he sold the work of other designers. Most notably, Maison Barbier was the first to distribute the iconic 1968 Tam-Tam stool by French designer Henry Massonnet. Barbier was also involved in the design of the stool, which is still in production today.
Barbier’s lamps were very popular for their unique designs, which often featured elegant curves and bases made of stone or polished metal. Their striking shapes caught the attention of many film directors. Just some of the films in which Barbier’s lamps make a background appearance are Le Retour du Grand Blond (1974), Peur Sur La Ville (1975), Nous Irons Tous Au Paradis (1977), Le Mac (2010) and Dans La Maison (2012).
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Philippe Barbier Chrome-Plated Brass & Glass Photophore Candleholder or Vase
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Chicago, IL
Philippe Barbier chrome-plated brass photophore candleholder or petite vase, with clear glass insert. Two oval openings allow light to shine through. Stamped on underside. Barbier w...
Brass, Chrome
$1,800
H 27.5 in Dm 10 in
Extra Large Italian Handblown Amber Art Glass Vase or Decanter Empoli or Blenko
By Blenko Glass, Empoli
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A massive and impressive glass decanter attributed to Empoli in Italy. Very much in the style of Blenko Glass. It consists of sculptural handblown amber glass with large stopper.
Art Glass
$2,300
H 5.12 in W 2.37 in D 3.55 in
Rare Signed Petite Pencil Rack by Philippe Barbier, France, 1970s
By Philippe Barbier
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Minimalist chrome pencil organizer excellent vintage condition signed on bottom.
$458Sale Price|25% Off
H 10.63 in Dm 3.55 in
Mid-Century French Ceramic Vase by Michel Barbier (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
An elegant cylindrical ceramic vase dating to the 1960s by Michel Barbier. The form is refined, with a narrow lip and a glossy, lustrous enamel glaze that envelops both body and rim....
Ceramic
Original vaseline glass or uranium glass Vase James Powell Whitefriars
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Fine vaseline or uranium glass vase attributed to James Powell & Sons Whitefriars London circa 1895. The vase is in excellent original condition and has a beautiful naturalistic for...
Blown Glass
$448Sale Price|40% Off
H 11.82 in Dm 3.75 in
Vintage French Ceramic Flower Vase by Michel Barbier, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Midcentury ceramic flower vase (circa 1960s) by Michel Barbier. A tall single-flower vase with stylized bird and plant life motif over an off-white eleg...
Ceramic
Vintage Asian Amber Glass Vase or Urn
Located in Plainview, NY
A highly decorative vintage Asian amber glass vase or lid urn. The urn features a handcrafted flower brass design in the center of the vase, a round wooden base in black and gilt decorated. The lid of the urn is in the shape of a sword holder...
Art Glass, Wood
Nero Marquina Marble Vase and Candleholders
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in North Miami, FL
This set of three Italian Nero Marquita marble items are in the style of Sergio Asti or Mangiarotti. Beautiful and simple design, these geometric shapes in rich black Italian marble ...
Marble
Vintage Caged Brutalist Vase or Urn in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Raw industrial looking and brutally styled urn or lidded vase for flower arrangement or incense. Both the wire lid and container are made from solid brass. Un-known origin circa 1960...
Brass
Modern Clear Glass Candleholder or Vase, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of high quality modern large clear glass candle holders or vase in wine glass shape. The exquisite pair of candle holders is very dec...
Glass
$924Sale Price|20% Off
H 10 in W 3 in D 2 in
Vintage Italian Murano Black Glass and Brass Draped Vase or Bud Vase 1960's
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning Italian Murano black glass and polished brass draped accent vase or bud vase has the original label on it made in Italy. That label is at the bottom. It has the feel of...
Brass
$1,612Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.27 in W 8.08 in D 8.08 in
Italy Round Blown Clear Glass and Brass Vase in Chrome Finish
Located in Brescia, IT
This contemporary round blown clear glass vase is full made in Italy. The round glass turns on its square brass base in chrome finish. The shape is like a sculpture, very beautiful w...
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #3792 Patinated Brass Vase or Bookend
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #3792 Patinated Brass Vase or Bookend Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined, sculptural, and multi-purpose Viennese piece is executed in polished and dark...
Brass