"guadeloupe" Lamp By Maison Charles, France, Circa 1970

"Guadeloupe" table lamp made by Maison Charles in France around 1970.Resting on a cream-lacquered metal base, it features a brass shaft from which springs a sculptural composition of three large, finely veined leaves in patinated bronze. The rectangular fabric shade highlights the contrast between the organic forms of the decoration and the clean lines of the structure, creating a balance characteristic of the company’s designs.Founded in Paris in 1908, Maison Charles became, under the leadership of Jacques and Jean Charles, one of the leading names in French decorative lighting during the second half of the 20th century, with its designs inspired by the plant world and crafted from noble materials such as bronze and brass.

Designed by Chrystiane Charles

Manufacturer: Maison Charles, France, circa 1970.