Master craftsman Philippe Barbier created table lamps used on the sets of many French films, as well as furniture and decor like coffee tables and candle holders. The furniture designer and producer worked in Paris throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was known for using steel to make his pieces shine.
Barbier operated a small studio called Maison Barbier in central Paris, on rue du Pré aux Clercs. In addition to making his own furniture, he sold the work of other designers. Most notably, Maison Barbier was the first to distribute the iconic 1968 Tam-Tam stool by French designer Henry Massonnet. Barbier was also involved in the design of the stool, which is still in production today.
Barbier’s lamps were very popular for their unique designs, which often featured elegant curves and bases made of stone or polished metal. Their striking shapes caught the attention of many film directors. Just some of the films in which Barbier’s lamps make a background appearance are Le Retour du Grand Blond (1974), Peur Sur La Ville (1975), Nous Irons Tous Au Paradis (1977), Le Mac (2010) and Dans La Maison (2012).
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Philippe Barbier, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1970s
By Philippe Barbier
Located in High Point, NC
A metal table lamp designed and produced by Philippe Barbier, France, c. 1970s. Dramatic patina consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.25" Height x 6.0" Diame...
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Moderate patina to base. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.65"H x 5.85"D Dimensions ...
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Bronze, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and bronze or bronze-colored brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina brass. Minor chip to one glass detail. Wear consistent with age an...
Bronze
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Iron, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered iron table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.2...
Brass, Iron
French Designer, Table Lamp, Iron, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wrought iron table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s. Dramatic patina consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16.15"H x 10.5"W x 8.5"D Dimensions ...
Iron
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Fabric, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Minor stains to shade. Wear consistent with age and use. Shade has variable position; measured as sho...
Metal
Mid-century Table Lamp by Maison Barbier, France, 1960s
By Maison Barbier
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Philippe Barbier table lamp is composed of two mirror-polished orbs on a cylindrical base. Versions of this lamp have been included in the set design of a number of film...
Metal, Nickel
A Large POST-MODERN MODERNIST TABLE LAMP by PHILIPPE BARBIER, France 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in PARIS, FR
A very large and elegant table lamp, Post-Modernist, large cubic base in thick nickel-plated bronze plates, topped by a thin cylindrical axis and a beautiful circular lampshade, by P...
Bronze, Nickel
Steel Table Lamp by Jacques Moniquet, France, c. 1960
By jacques moniquet
Located in New York City, NY
Tall, sleek design. It looks as if the center lamp went through a hydraulic press or melting process. Industrial yet refined. This table lamp was recently rewired with a black twist...
Steel
Philippe Barbier, Travertin and Chrome Lamp, circa 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice egg lamp is made of travertine and chrome. This is a model by famous French designer Philippe Barbier. Circa 1970.
Travertine, Chrome
An ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL POSTMODERN Tin TABLE LAMP, France 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant architectural table lamp, Post-Modernist, NeoClassical, Shabby-Chic, a matte tin metal cylindrical base and 1 spherical body with a final cylindrical lampshade, in the spi...
Metal
Sculptural Large Lamp by Philippe Barbier for Maison Barbier, 1970s
By Philippe Barbier, Maison Barbier
Located in Brussels, BE
Large lamp in travertine and metal by Philippe Barbier for Maison Barbier in the 1970s. It's one big piece, the lamp is fixed to a pedestal in travertine. The diameter of the shade ...
Stone, Metal
