Buenos Aires City, Buenos Aires D. C.
Details
- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 5.5ʺD × 15ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Artist
- Jean-Michel Frank
- Designer
- Jean-Michel Frank
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Iron
- Paint
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Power Sources
- Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard)
- Corded
- Type I
- Condition Notes
Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and …
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. more
Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and use. No restorations or modifications have been made.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
- Description
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Pair of Jean-Michel Frank's iron 'Croisillon' design table lamps for argentine Company Comte
By: Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A.
Material: iron, … more Pair of Jean-Michel Frank's iron 'Croisillon' design table lamps for argentine Company Comte
By: Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A.
Material: iron, metal, cord
Technique: cast, molded, pressed, metalwork, forged, hand-crafted
Dimensions: 5.5 in x 5.5 in x 15 in
Date: mid-20th century, circa 1935
Style: Art Déco, Mid-Century Modern
Place of origin: Argentina
In the mid-20th century, Argentina's design landscape saw the convergence of visionary minds, exemplified by Jean-Michel Frank and Comte S.A. Their collaboration birthed these iconic 'Croisillon' design table lamps, a marriage of Frank's minimalist vision and Comte's craftsmanship. Crafted from forged iron and bathed in matte black paint, these lamps transcend mere illumination, embodying elegance and functionality. Each lamp's X-shaped structure, formed by intersecting metal sheets, tells a story of design innovation and artistry.
Frank, celebrated for his luxurious yet understated interiors, imparted his signature style onto these pieces. Meanwhile, Comte S.A., a titan of Argentine design, continued its legacy of excellence. These lamps serve as timeless symbols of the harmonious blend of form, function, style and substance,in the world of design. less
Buenos Aires City, Buenos Aires D. C.
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