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French Moderne Chrome “Barbell” Pivoting Table Lamp by Pierre Cardin
$2,600.00Pierre Cardin ‘barbell’ pivoting chrome table lamp (ca. 1960s, France). Similar to a version by John Mascheroni for Kovacs lamp with slight design and material disparities.
The on/off operation is controlled internally by a mercury switch, which allows one to illuminate the lamp by tilting it downward. When the lamp is in the upright position, it is off. It rests upon an acrylic base and is an extraordinary example of innovative form and function.
Very good, vintage condition with minor, light scuffs to the chrome and acrylic, as shown.
Measures: In a fully upright position (off): Height: 21.25″ / 20″ (discounting the base) x Diameter: 5″
Angled (on): H: 18″ x L: 14.75″ x D: 5″
Base: Height: 1.75″ x Diameter: 4″
Source: Tajan Design and Architecture Auction Paris Jeudi 6 Juin 2013 – Lot 78 (Artist Confirmed the Attribution of this Work).
Mid-Century Tubular Brass Floor Lamp with French Milk Glass Shade
American Modern floor lamp with brass rod construction supported by a round tubular brass base (ca. 1950s).
Features a brass arm with chrome orb finial (decorative purposes only; arm does not adjust).
The French milk glass shade by CVV Vianne was a later addition to the piece (though of the same period) and has swiveling capability.
Original, unpolished condition with warm patina/wear present as shown. Remains in good, vintage condition. Rewired for US use.
H: 52″ x Diameter: 13.5″ (shade)
Base diameter: 11.5″
Shade dimensions: H: 8″ x Diameter: 13.5″