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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Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A stack-laminated wood table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.0"H x 4.25"D Dimensions of Shade (in...
Wood
French Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A carved wood table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.875" Height x 4.7" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.25" Top Diameter x 8...
Wood
French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed ceramic table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.5"H x 7.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inc...
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Fabric, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use, including natural cracking. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.5"H x 5.0"D Dimensions o...
Fabric, Wood
Philippe Barbier, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1970s
By Philippe Barbier
Located in High Point, NC
A metal table lamp designed and produced by Philippe Barbier, France, c. 1970s. Patina on metal consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.65"H x 5.0"D Dimension...
Metal
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.5"H x 8.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.1" Top D...
Pine
French Wood Table Lamp Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Chicago, IL
A French table lamp from the 1950s, attributed to Charles Dudouyt. The turned wooden base rises in a spiraling rhythm of stacked geometric forms, its rich, dark patina emphasizing th...
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Wood Table Lamp, circa 1970, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant mid-century table lamp, circa 1970, Italy. Turned wood, straw shade, brass details. One E27 bulb . Dimensions: 61 cm height, diameter: 37 cm All pu...
Brass
Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Maison Regain
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Mid-Century Turned Wood Table lamp - Boxwood French Table Lamp 24" Tall - 1960s Rare and large turned boxwood table lamp, crafted in France, circa 1960. Elegant geometric shape, sh...
Gold Leaf
French Modernist Table Lamp in Turned Solid Wood, 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An elegant French table lamp from the 1950s featuring a beautifully turned solid-wood base with warm, organic curves. The lamp comes with a brand-new lampshade made to match the orig...
Wood
Scandinavian Handmade Mid-Century Modern Wood Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely lamp from the 1960s. Very impressive. Very nice condition. Socket e27. Dimmable. Fully functional. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is suitable f...
Metal
1970s Table Lamp by J. Claude Mahey, France
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Brussels, BE
Massive polish piece of maple on a brass base (gold and silver). One light. Original silk Pagoda shape lampshade. Signed.
Brass
