Pair of Brass Floor Reading Lamps with Articulated Arm and Grey Velvet. French Work in the Manner of Maison Jansen. Circa 1970.

Pair of gilt brass floor reading lamps with a ringed tubular shaft and a swan-neck articulated arm. Stepped circular bases and conical grey velvet shades. 1970s work. Dimensions : Width: 55.5 cm | Depth: 35.5 cm | Height: 136 cm. Lampshade made to measure; one model available in stock (approx. Ø 55 cm × H 25 cm).

PRODUCT DETAILS

Condition Good condition Good condition
Period 1970–1980 1970–1980
Style Neoclassical
Country France France
Materials Brass, grey velvet
Dimensions Width 21,85 in × Depth 13,98 in × Height 53,54 in Width 55,5 cm × Depth 35,5 cm × Height 136 cm (hors abat-jour)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Each reading lamp features a tubular gilt brass shaft punctuated with turned rings, resting on a stepped circular base. The swan-neck articulated arm, mounted on a double ball joint, allows the light to be directed as required. The conical grey velvet shades bring a soft and contemporary note to the whole.

This model of reading lamp with an articulated arm, in the tradition of Neoclassical library lamps, is characteristic of 1970s work, which brought gilt brass back into fashion in cosy interiors. The pair, rarer than the single piece, makes symmetrical use easy.

Condition report: Good general condition. Brass with a fine gilt patina, velvet shades in good presentation condition.  An ideal pair on either side of a sofa or a bed, as a refined reading light.

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