Early 20th Century Art Déco Perfume Lamp of Dressed Up Lady and Masked Man With Cloak by Argilor From Paris, France

Description

Early 20th century Art Déco perfume lamp of dressed up lady and masked man with cloak by Argilor from Paris, … more Early 20th century Art Déco perfume lamp of dressed up lady and masked man with cloak by Argilor from Paris, France

By: Argilor
Material: ceramic, paint, wood, enamel, cord
Technique: molded, pressed, carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, hand-painted, painted, glazed, varnished, enameled
Dimensions: 5 in x 8.5 in x 8.5 in
Date: early 20th century, circa 1925
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: France

This early 20th century french ceramic lamp by Argilor epitomizes the whimsical Art Déco style. Molded and hand-painted, it depicts a surprised couple - a top-hatted, cloaked gentleman grasping a birdcage, and a long-gowned lady he holds by the shoulder. Intricate details like the man's mask and the woman's hat reveal the artistry involved. A circular wooden base provides a refined counterpoint to the figurative scene above. On the back, the maker's stamp and a seal confirm its origin. The piece is equipped with a cable that can be plugged into an electrical outlet for power supply.

Art Déco emerged in France prior to World War I, drawing inspiration from avant-garde movements while maintaining decorative flair. This lamp encapsulates the sophistication and playfulness quintessential to French Art Déco design during its interwar peak. less