Master craftsman Philippe Barbier created table lamps used on the sets of many French films, as well as furniture and decor like coffee tables and candle holders. The furniture designer and producer worked in Paris throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was known for using steel to make his pieces shine.
Barbier operated a small studio called Maison Barbier in central Paris, on rue du Pré aux Clercs. In addition to making his own furniture, he sold the work of other designers. Most notably, Maison Barbier was the first to distribute the iconic 1968 Tam-Tam stool by French designer Henry Massonnet. Barbier was also involved in the design of the stool, which is still in production today.
Barbier’s lamps were very popular for their unique designs, which often featured elegant curves and bases made of stone or polished metal. Their striking shapes caught the attention of many film directors. Just some of the films in which Barbier’s lamps make a background appearance are Le Retour du Grand Blond (1974), Peur Sur La Ville (1975), Nous Irons Tous Au Paradis (1977), Le Mac (2010) and Dans La Maison (2012).
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Pair of Tall Silver Nickel-Plated Floor Lamps circa 1960s, French
Located in London, GB
This pair of tall, elegant floor lamps feature sleek, slender stems crafted from silver nickel plating, which has developed a subtle patina over the years, adding character and charm...
Nickel
$9,448 / set
H 55.91 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Rare Pair Of French Modernist Floor Lamps by Maurice Lombart
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of floor lamps designed by Maurice Lombart for the Hôtel de Ville, Boulogne-Billancourt, circa 1934. The Hôtel de Ville was designed by architect Tony Garnier with Jacque...
Brass
A Pair of French Brass and Steel Floorlamps, Mid-Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking pair of tall floor lamps, each composed of three slender brass and steel uprights raised on a rectangle brass base. Elongated, linear construction with the contrast of met...
Brass, Steel
$14,900 / set
H 65 in Dm 17 in
Italian Modern Neoclassical Style Crystal & Brass Floor Lamp, Maison Baguès Pair
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Two Italian Mid-century Style modern neoclassical solid crystal and antiqued solid brass floor lamps in the style of Maison Baguès. Two...
Crystal
$12,875 / set
H 66.5 in Dm 14 in
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Brass and Crystal Floor Lamps, Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless pair of French Mid-Century Modern floor lamps by Jules Leleu in solid brass with bronze patina and crystal detailing. The pieces are highlighted with crystal rin...
Crystal, Brass
$10,123 / set
H 74.81 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
A rare 1970s pair of architectural gold metal floor lamps by Alberto Smania
By Smania
Located in London, GB
A rare early 1970s pair of sculptural & architectural gold metal floor lamps designed and produced by Alberto Smania for the luxurious Italian artisan furniture and lighting company ...
Metal, Brass
$6,205 / set
H 68.51 in Dm 18.51 in
Pair of Italian Brass and Glass Floor Lamps by Gaetano Sciolari, 1970's
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of Italian floor lamps designed by Gaetano Sciolari in 1970's. The base is in brass decorated with glass stripes that makes a shades for the bulbs. Each floor lamp is equipped w...
Brass
Pair of French Mid-Century Polished Nickel Tripod Floor Lamps
Located in Buchanan, NY
An elegant pair of French floor lamps from the mid-20th century, beautifully crafted in brass and recently finished in lustrous polished nickel. Resting on graceful tripod bases with...
Brass
Pair of Fine French Mid-Century Floor Lamps by Arlus
By Arlus
Located in Long Island City, NY
With re-polished brass tripod bases and mounts, black lacquered stems and new shades. US re-wired, possibility to turn on 1, 2 or all 3 bulbs.
Metal, Brass
$8,470 / set
H 71.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Pair of Large French Brass Faux Bamboo Floor Lamps in the style of Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, timeless and rare pair of French Midcentury Modern Neoclassical Brass Faux Bamboo Floor Lamps in the stytle Jacques Adnet. The lamps are exceptionally large, dramatic and in...
Brass
1970 Pair Of Sculptural Large Lamp Bases By Philippe Barbier For Maison Barbier
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair of floor lamps in stunning travertine by Philippe Barbier, the travertine sphere at it's center is in solid stone accented by nickeled elem...
Travertine
Pair of lamps in fractal resin and nickel-plated metal, France, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Rare pair of baluster-shaped lamps in fractal resin and nickel-plated metal. New shades in light-gray percale and gilded interior, identical to the originals, recently re-electrified...
Metal, Nickel
Two 1970s Lamps Signed by Jean-Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Paris, FR
Two 1970s lamps signed by Jean-Claude Mahey under the base. Base in brass and chromed metal; shaft in wood covered with resin imitating marble and stone. New shade made to original m...
Brass, Metal
Large column lamp, by Philippe Barbier, Maison Barbier, France, circa 1960/1970
By Maison Barbier, Philippe Barbier
Located in Paris, FR
Rare large turned travertine lamp and nickel-plated metal, in the form of an antique column. Recent off-white cotton lampshade remade to match the original. Total height: 165 cm (6...
Travertine, Nickel
Two 1970s Lamps by the Decorator Jean-Claude Mahey
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Paris, FR
Two 1970s red lacquer lamps by the decorator Jean-Claude Mahey, with a Chinese ideogram decoration on one side. One light, new shades.
Lacquer
Elegant and original double-light diabolo floor lamp, France, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and original double-light diabolo floor lamp. It consists of a U-shaped base supporting an adjustable sphere, which locks into place in the desired position using a brass w...
Brass, Iron
