The architect Pierre Guariche was one of the leading modern furniture and lighting designers of postwar France. Guariche can, in some ways, be thought of as the French version of Charles Eames: with his lean and angular chairs and slender, sculptural table lamps, he helped introduce a new aesthetic to the country’s interiors — and he was an eager pioneer in the use of new industrial materials and production techniques that emerged in the 1950s.
Guariche studied at the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris (the national design academy) under René Gabriel — a designer known for his quality, mass-produced furnishings, who served as a director of the postwar Ministry of Reconstruction. Two years after graduating in 1949, Guariche opened his own design firm, and he was soon creating pieces for numerous companies, including the lighting manufacturer Disderot.
Wood and metal were rationed in the years following the war and Guariche learned to do more with less. His chairs of the early 1950s include several designs with narrow, softly angular wooden frames; others, like the Tonneau chair, feature a single piece of molded plywood set atop metal legs. His lamps of the period are likely his best-known works. They include delicate compositions of slender steel tubes, and more flamboyant pieces such as the Kite lamp, with its curved metal reflector panel.
Always on the lookout for new materials, Guariche spent several years in the mid-1950s operating a firm making furniture in fiberglass and other plastics, along with Joseph André Motte and others. After 1957 — when Guariche was named head of design for the Belgian company Meurop and given a brief to create stylish, up-to-date chairs and cabinets — he began to look to America for ideas.
In the mid-1960s, Guariche produced several lines of deeply upholstered, rounded lounge chairs inspired by the Space Age look, and gave them names like Jupiter, Polaris and Luna. While Guariche always kept pace with his times, throughout his career he showed a consistent talent for producing elegant, eye-catching forms using a minimum of materials.
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Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' Articulating Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' articulating wall lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic wall lamp is newly produced...
Brass, Aluminum, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in chalk. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Rare and Important Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche. Designed and manufactured in France, in 1956. Perforated steel concave shield plate, parchment paper backing, and a brass mounting armature. The...
Brass, Steel
$22,500
Pierre Guariche Floor Lamp
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Pierre Guariche "Cerf Volant" floor lamp model G30. France, 1951. Black lacquered metal feet, brass stem, black and white re-lacquered small metal shade, brass fixings. Bibliography - Patrick Favardin, "The decorators of the 50s", Éditions Norma, Paris, 2002, similar model reproduced on p.213 - C. & D. Krzentowski, "The Complete Designer's Lights II, 35 years of collections", Éditions JRP Ringier, Zürich, 2012, similar model reproduced on p.106 - Delphine Jacob, Lionel Blaisse, Aurélien Jeauneau, Pierre Guariche, Luminaires- Furniture-Interior Architecture, Éditions Norma, 2020, model reproduced pp...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' floor lamp for Sammode Studio in White. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Ceiling or Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Ceiling or Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by ...
Aluminum, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G21' Adjustable Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G21' adjustable floor lamp for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized r...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Small Model G13 Flush Mount Wall/Ceiling Light by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Model G13 flush mount wall/ceiling light by Pierre Guariche. Originally designed in 1952, this current edition is made in France by Sammode Studio. White perforated metal base,...
Metal
Cerf Volant wall lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Monaco, MC
Iconic " Cerf-volant" wall lamp designed by Pierre Guariche for Diderot edition circa 1950. Very rare condition for an original one. Adjustable lenght from 126 to 164cm. H 83cm. ...
Metal
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' floor lamp in black and white for Sammode Studio. Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1958, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-editi...
Metal, Brass
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' floor lamp for Sammode Studio in green. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Red
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' floor lamp for Sammode studio in Red. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by S...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Steel
Small Model G13 Flush Mount Wall/Ceiling Light by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Model G13 flush mount wall/ceiling light by Pierre Guariche. Originally designed in 1952, this current edition is made in France by Sammode Studio. Black perforated metal base,...
Metal
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' floor lamp in white for Sammode Studio. Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1958, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-edition by Samm...
Metal, Brass
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G24 table lamp in black and white for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this iconic lamp is newly pr...
Metal, Brass
$2,682 / item
G21 Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The G21 reading lamp is the perfect source of precise, intimate accent lighting. Available with a black/white or white/white lampshade and in a slightly perforated version, this mode...
Aluminum, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G61' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G61' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorized re-e...
Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Gray
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in gray. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by ...
Aluminum, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Red
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in red. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-edit...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Kite Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, Brass and Steel, Mid-Century
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Dronten, NL
A striking floor lamp by acclaimed French designer Pierre Guariche, exemplifying the elegance and functional sophistication of mid-century modern lighting. Known for his innovative a...
Brass, Steel
$1,963 / item
G13A Pendant by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sammode G13 in pendant form, thanks to the addition of a metal pendant fitting and modular length cable. Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1955, this model diffuses light through a perf...
Metal
Pierre Guariche G25 Wall Light in Black and White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Renens, CH
The G25 wall lamp will not go unnoticed in your home. It can be used above a dining table, as it was during its creator's lifetime, but also in an office or an entrance hall thanks t...
Metal, Brass
Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in White
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by Sammod...
Aluminum, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G60' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G60' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorized re-e...
Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G21' Adjustable Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G21' floor lamp for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-edition b...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Sand and White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G24 table lamp in sand and white for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this iconic lamp is newly pr...
Metal, Brass
Model "G2" Brass Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche for Disderot, France 1950s
By Pierre Guariche, Disderot
Located in Utrecht, NL
This iconic model is known as the “Equilibrium” or “G2” Floor Lamp. The model is said to have been designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951. It is composed of a patinated lacquered metal ...
Metal, Brass
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by Sammo...
Aluminum, Steel
$5,000 / item
G1 Wall Light by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
G1 wall light by Pierre Guariche. Current production by Sammode Studio designed and manufactured in France. Brass, enameled metal. Wired for U.S. standar...
Brass, Metal
$3,713 / item
G30 Floor Lamp by Pierra Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The kite: that was the name Pierre Guariche himself coined for this striking floor lamp. Its white lacquered perforated steel shade immediately catches the eye, clearly suggesting th...
Metal, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorize...
Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G60' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G60' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorize...
Brass, Steel
$1,900 / item
G24 Table Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
G24 table lamp by Pierre Guariche. Current production by Sammode Studio designed and manufactured in France. Brass, enameled metal. Wired for U...
Brass, Metal
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Red and White for Sammode Studio
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G24 table lamp in red and white for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this iconic lamp is newly pro...
Metal, Brass
"G30 - The Kite" Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, France 1950s
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Utrecht, NL
Pierre Guariche is one of the most important designers of the French post-war period. Guariche is best known for the luminaires he designed, many of which feature details like hidden light sources, perforated metal surfaces and slender leg structures. With its clever construction, the “Kite” is a great example of the designer’s endless interest in technological innovation. Officially called model “G30”, this floor lamp was designed in the early 1950s. Guariche’s mid-century lights were created between 1951 and 1959, and are innovatively designed with a visible joy of experimentation. This is especially apparent in this model, featuring elements that may appear purely decorative, but on closer inspection turn out to be absolutely functional. The design is defined by the reflector, which also inspired the model’s nickname. Its white lacquered, perforated sheet metal reflector resembles a boat’s sail, and creates a filtered and soft light. This hidden illuminant and the glare-free light flow by means of the clever reflector provides atmospheric ambient light, while also giving the lamp a sculptural appearance. The light “sail...
Metal, Brass
$7,428 / item
Large G1 Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large G1 floor lamp by Pierre Guariche. Designed and manufactured in France. Enameled aluminum, metal, brass. Wired for U.S. standards. This is a current production of the magisteria...
Aluminum, Brass, Metal
$1,425 / item
Medium G60 Table Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The G60 table lamp designed by Pierre Guariche brings a new and lively identity to a console table, shelf or bedside table. It is available in two sizes (Small and Medium), and its h...
Metal, Brass
$1,225 / item
Small G61 Table Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The G61 table lamp brings new life to a bookcase, coffee table or any place of relaxation. This cube of light with its white lacquered perforated sheet metal cover is available in tw...
Metal, Brass
Pierre Guariche 'G50' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G50' table lamp for Sammode studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced author...
Brass, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G50' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G50' table lamp for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced author...
Steel, Brass
Pierre Guariche G60 Table Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Renens, CH
Designed by Pierre Guariche on the eve of the 1960s, this elegant, delicate and sculptural lamp is perfect for a console, shelf or bedside table. This iconic lamp is newly produce...
Brass
$596Sale Price / set|56% Off
Pair of Sconces Brass and Acrylic Pierre Guariche Lights, French Mid-20thCentury
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Labrit, Landes
French wall sconces black and red holders with golden chrome pair of lights. Wall Lights by Pierre Guariche famous French interior designer of the second part of the 20th century. ...
Brass
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in White
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' floor lamp for Sammode studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in green. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
$1,665Sale Price / set|40% Off
Set of 3 MCM Brass & Lucite Wall Sconces by Pierre Guariche for Luminai
By Pierre Guariche, Luminaire
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 3 wall lights by Pierre Guariche from the Luminaires lamp company with original sales tags. Crafted with a blend of brass and lucite, these lights feature a Googie-inspired st...
Brass
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Ceiling or Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black
By Pierre Guariche, Sammode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' ceiling or wall lamp for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by ...
Aluminum, Steel
Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Gray
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in gray. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by Sammod...
Aluminum, Steel
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Ceiling or Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Gray
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' ceiling or wall lamp for Sammode Studio in gray. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by S...
Aluminum, Steel
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Green and White for Sammode Studio
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Guariche G24 table lamp in green and white for Sammode studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this iconic lamp is newly p...
Metal, Brass
$5,650 / set
Pair of Pierre Guariche Style Flush Mount
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of flush mount in the style of Pierre Guariche. Two-light per flush mount, 60 watts max per light. US rewired and in working condition.
Iron
$3,819 / item
G25 Wall Light by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The G25 wall lamp designed by Pierre Guariche will not go unnoticed in your home. It can be used above a dining table, as it was during its designer's lifetime. Or it works equally w...
Metal, Steel
Large Model G13 Flushmount Wall/Ceiling Light by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Model G13 flush mount wall/ceiling light by Pierre Guariche. Originally designed in 1952, this current edition is made in France by Sammode Studio. White perforated metal base,...
Metal
Pierre Guariche Midcentury French Brass and Green Enamel Floor Lamp
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Queens, NY
midcentury French (1950s) brass floor lamp with a torchere fixture encased in a conical mint green enameled metal shade, and topped with a hanging brass dome. (Pierre Guariche).
Metal, Brass, Enamel
$1,425 / item
Medium G61 Table Lamp by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The G61 table lamp brings new life to a bookcase, coffee table or any place of relaxation. This cube of light with its white lacquered perforated sheet metal cover is available in tw...
Metal, Brass
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
By Sammode, Pierre Guariche
Located in Renens, CH
Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this elegant, delicate and sculptural lamp is perfect for a desk, a console or a bedside table. This iconic lamp is newly produced in an autho...
Aluminum, Brass