Rare nickel plated and aluminium Gras model 215 mobile floor lamp with aluminium “Normal” lampshade produced in 1930.
The Gras lamp became popular when Le Corbusier started to use them first in his offices and then for his customer projects. Other notable Gras lamp clients included Ruhlmann, Brassaï and Georges Braque.
Bibliography : Didier Tessonnière, La lampe Gras, Norma, 2008, p. 128 et p. 131.
(wiring replaced)
enquirePrice: 6500 GBP
Date: Circa: 1930
Dimensions: base 108cm high x 36cm diameter maximum height with arm extended 163cm
Medium: aluminium and nickel plated steel
Architect/Designer: Bernard Albin Gras
Condition: Solid, usable, rewired, minor losses, oxidation and wear
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Categories: Art Deco - Bernard-Albin Gras - floor lamp - Gras Ravel - le corbusier
20th Century - 20thC lighting - featured