JEAN-MICHEL FRANK | Pair of floor lamps

patinated iron

Private collection, Italy

Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean-Michel Frank, l'étrange luxe du rien, Paris, 2006, p. 82 for a related example

Good overall condition, consistent with age and use. The patinated iron presents with instances of abrasion to the patina and with some wear and tiny losses partially revealing the red sublayer, as partially visible in the catalogue illustration The height is given without shade and socket. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
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This lot is sold with a a certificate from the Jean-Michel Frank Committee.