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Jacques Biny, Large Diabolo Reflector Lamp, France 1950

About the Item

Jacques Biny for Luminalite, extremely rare desk lamp in gilded tubular metal, perforated diabolo reflector, pale yellow and white lacquer. The base is made of a single curved tube and joined at the top by a plate. The double ball joint allows orientation and pivoting of the reflector. On his return to Paris in 1950, Jacques Biny designed very avant-garde lights. First published by Omnialux, then by Kobis and Lorence, he created his own publishing house in 1953: Luminalite. He will meet with success during the 60s but most of these first creations had a very limited distribution. An archive photo shows this lamp in a version with a paper diabolo reflector, the luminaire that I propose to you was not known in this version until now.
  • Creator:
    Jacques Biny (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Rewired: This lamp is in very good original condition, the power supply cable has been replaced identically, respecting the period elements (switch and socket). It is perfectly functional. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Catonvielle, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2468328798522
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