French Floor Lamp

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).

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. Bibli...

A rare, important French Mid-Century Modern floor / standing lamp attributed to Serge Mouille and/or Pierre Guariche, circa 1950. The piece is likely a prototype, not commercially pr...

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...

This iconic model is also known as the “Equilibrium” Floor Lamp. The model is said to have been designed by Guariche in 1951. It is composed of a patinated lacquered metal base, whic...

Elegant, sleek pair of French Mid-Century Modern Style hand wrought iron floor lamps in the style of Pierre Guariche and Disderot. The standing lamps are delicately conceived in a Mi...