Born Emmanuel Radnitzky, Man Ray was a famous American filmmaker, painter and photographer. His career is distinctive, above all, for the success he achieved in both the United States and Europe. First maturing at the center of American modernism in the 1910s, he made Paris his home in the 1920s and 1930s. In the 1940s, he crossed the Atlantic once again and spent periods in New York and Hollywood.
Ray’s art spanned painting, sculpture, film, prints and poetry, and in his long career, he worked in styles influenced by Cubism, Futurism, Dada and Surrealism. He also successfully navigated the worlds of commercial and fine art and came to be a sought-after fashion photographer. Ray is perhaps most remembered for his photographs of the inter-war years, in particular, the camera-less pictures he called "Rayographs," but he always regarded himself first and foremost as a painter. Although he matured as an abstract painter, Ray eventually disregarded the traditional superiority painting held over photography and happily moved between different forms. Dada and Surrealism were important in encouraging this attitude; they also persuaded him that the idea that motivates a work of art was more important than the work of art itself.
André Breton once described Ray as a pre-Surrealist, something which accurately describes his natural affinity for the style. Even before the movement had coalesced, in the mid-1920s, his work, influenced by Marcel Duchamp, had Surrealist undertones. He would continue to draw on the movement's ideas throughout his life. Ray's work has ultimately been very important in popularizing Surrealism.
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Rare “Watapunga” table lamp by Ingo Maurer & Dagmar Mombach, 1998
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Weesp, NL
Rare “Watapunga” table lamp by Ingo Maurer & Dagmar Mombach, 1998 This exceptional Watapunga table lamp, designed in 1998 by Ingo Maurer in collaboration with Dagmar Mombach, is...
Metal, Aluminum
Rare First Edition Hebi Flexible Table Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Italy
By Valenti Luce
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the timeless elegance of the Hebi table lamp, a masterpiece of design by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Luce in the 1970s. With its iconic large black adjustable and flexible frame, the Hebi lamp...
Metal, Chrome
Table Lamp Sax by Paolo Cassai for Sirrah 1975
By Paolo Cassai
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a rare gem of Italian lighting design - the SAX table lamps by Paolo Cassai for Sirrah. These lamps are a testament to the ingenuity of Italian craftsmanship and the timeless beauty of mid-century modern design. These lamps feature a unique and innovative design with three handles that allow you to easily adjust the angle of the reflector on top of the lamps, giving you complete control over the direction of the light. This feature enables you to create the perfect ambiance in any room, whether you need focused...
Metal, Aluminum
Sibari Table Lamp by Toni Cordero for Artemide
By Toni Cordero
Located in Weesp, NL
Illuminate Your Space with Iconic Design: Toni Cordero’s Sibari 1990 Table Lamp for Artemide Step into the world of sophisticated design with this exquisite Sibari table lamp, a rar...
Brass, Chrome
Abele Desk Lamp by Gian Franco Frattini for Luce Italy
By Gian Franco Frattini
Located in Weesp, NL
Illuminate your workspace with timeless elegance and impeccable style with the original vintage black Abele desk lamp, a masterpiece of design crafted by the renowned Gian Franco Fra...
Metal
1960s Table Lamp in the Style of Vico Magistretti
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Weesp, NL
Glass diffuser and chrome 1960s table lamp in the style of Vico Magistretti. This lamp is in good vintage condition as can be seen in the images. Measurements: H 68 x D 30 cm.
Chrome
Italian Modern La Lune Sous Le Chapeau Table Lamp by Man Ray for Sirrah, 1980s
By Sirrah, Man Ray
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern grey metal and paper La Lune Sous Le Chapeau table lamp by Man Ray for Sirrah, 1980s. La Lune Sous Le Chapeau model table lamp, ...
Metal
ML3 Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for M-Design, Germany 1960's
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Santa Monica, CA
ML3 Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for M-Design with original cork lampshade. Black glass base and chrome mounts. Germany, 1960’s. Socket 2x E27. European Pl...
Chrome
Passy Primo Table Lamp by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This small-scale lamp enhances shelves, small side tables or it fits about anywhere. The soft light which is diffused by the acrylic shade is accented by the reflection from the bras...
Brass, Steel
Paolo Rizzatto Costanza D13 Table or Desk Lamp for Luceplan
By Paolo Rizzatto, Lucepan
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Paolo Rizzatto, the D13 Costanza lamp eliminates a warm pleasant light through the matte white plastic shade. The lamp is dimmable by touchin...
Aluminum
Contemporary Table Lamp 'Flip' by Sebastian Herkner X AGO, Ash
By Sebastian Herkner, AGO Lighting
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary 'Flip' Table lamp by Sebastian Herkner x AGO Lighting, Ash Materials: - Aluminum - Vegan leather Dimensions: H. 45,5 cm x 26 cm x 20 cm Light Source: E12 Watt: Max 2...
Aluminum
Table lamp by Lindau & Lindekrantz for editor Zero
By Zero, Lindau & Lindekrantz
Located in PARIS, FR
Created by Swedish designers Lindau & Lindekrantz for Zero in the 1970's, this lamp has a very graphic line that is enhanced by its large lacquered and perforated metal shade. Pe...
Metal, Chrome
Donated by John Pritzker, the collection includes works by Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray and more.
One of the 20th century's most important female photographers is finally being recognized as a daring and seminal artist.
