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Pair of French Mid-Century Hand-Stitched Leather Floor Lamps by Jacques Adnet

Creator: Jacques Adnet
Offered by: Thomas Gallery Ltd.

Description
Elegant and Timeless Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Hand-Stitched Dark Brown Leather Floor Lamps by Jacques Adnet circa 1950. This classic hand made model from the renowned French designer, Jacques Adnet is sought after as an icon of design and refined taste. It has a unique profile featuring a weighted cone shaped base and a cone shaped shade united by a straight, and, then sublime curving stem. It is magic for eyes in its form, proportions, scale and balance. And, a pair is a rarity. H 58.5" x Diameter of the base alone: 8.5”.

Jacques Adnet was one of the most important designers in France during the 1925 to 1970 periods. He achieved worldwide fame and his work embraced several movements including Art Deco, Modernism and Neoclassicism. His pieces in hand-stitched leather are still sought after worldwide including the model shown here.

Additional References: Andre Arbus, Jacques Quinet, Marc du Plantier, Gio Ponti, Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Aluminum,Leather,Steel,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Knotted
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	704572

Dimensions

W.	8.5 in;	H.	58.5 in;	D.	17 in;
W.	21.59 cm;	H.	148.59 cm;	D.	43.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

T. Thomas Gargiulo came from a dual background as a Ph.D. in Psychology with extensive training in Art History and Anthropology to form Thomas Gallery in downtown Manhattan in 1997 to balance intellectual with design pursuits. Since its inception the gallery has seen decorative arts as a vibrant representation of human culture of each age and as a portal to understanding it. P: 917.434.4032 E: thomasgalleryltd@gmail.com