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Pierre Chareau style, White marble spherical table lamp, circa 1930s

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Pierre Chareau style. (1883-1950) "Fairy lamp....." A sphere enveloping a bulb and placed on a square base. The whole is in white Alabaster. The light of the bulb spreads in the lamp so as to reveal the veins and the nuances of the marble material. Soft and poetic lighting. Alabaster table lamp. Very good condition. The electrical harness is brought up to European safety standards. Depth : 7.87" - 20 cm Width : 7.87" - 20 cm Height : 10.63" - 27 cm France circa 1930 Pierre Chareau (1883–1950) was a pioneering French architect and designer known for his innovative use of materials and modernist aesthetics. His most famous work is the Maison de Verre (House of Glass) in Paris, built between 1928 and 1932, which showcases his experimental approach with steel and glass. The house is an iconic example of early modernist architecture, blending industrial materials with a sophisticated understanding of space and light. Chareau began his career as a furniture designer, creating elegant, functional pieces that often incorporated metal and wood. His work embodied the principles of the Art Deco movement but transitioned into modernism, with a focus on minimalism, functionality, and the integration of new technologies. He collaborated with artists and intellectuals of his time, and his designs reflected a blend of craftsmanship and industrial production. Despite his success, Chareau’s career was disrupted by World War II, leading him to flee to the United States, where he continued working but did not achieve the same level of recognition as in France. Today, his work is celebrated for its unique fusion of art, design, and architecture.
  • Similar to:
    Pierre Chareau (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    leucate, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7285241658742

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