Since its establishment in 1860, the Maison Baguès has been an emblem of French sophistication in luxury lighting design. Each piece the firm makes is hand-assembled using traditional techniques in order to emphasize the elegance and excellence of their detailed artisanal work. Still the epitome of savoir-faire, Maison Baguès’ luxurious chandeliers, floor lamps and other lighting fixtures are prized for their craftsmanship, beauty and harmony.
The master metalsmith Noël Baguès founded the company as specialists in liturgical bronzes, but by 1880 the company had expanded into the production of bronze light fixtures in response to the development of electrical lighting. Carried on by Noël’s son Eugène and grandsons Victor and Robert, Maison Baguès continued to progress, adding intricately detailed iron lighting collections in the 1920s as well as stair banisters, gates and accessory tables.
Baguès began selling internationally in the interwar period, expanding the company’s operation to New York, Rome and Cairo. Noted for their high-end handcrafted work, such as complex carved sconces and hand-strung crystal chandeliers, Maison Baguès appealed to an elite clientele.
While Baguès’ Art Deco crystal lighting fixtures drew the most attention, the company was also known for bespoke metalwork that drew commissions from important interior designers and decorating firms such as Maison Jansen and Raymond Subes. The idiosyncratic genius Armand-Albert Rateau used Maison Baguès accessories to decorate the interiors of Jeanne Lanvin’s town home in 1928. Maison Baguès products have also been featured in luxury hotels like Paris's George V and the Savoy in London.
Today, Maison Baguès continues its history of delicate, detailed work and devotes much of its enterprise to preserving the company’s heritage through restoration. Their efforts are worth it.
As you will see on 1stDibs, Maison Baguès remains the last word in classic French lighting and metalwork.
French Custom Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Bench in the style of Maison Ramsay
By Maison Ramsay
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Custom Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical style gilt iron bench in the style of Maison Ramsay. The piece is unique in design and construction: a stunning 6-leg gilt iron ...
Wrought Iron
Rare French Mid-Century Gilt Wrought Iron Stool / Bench by Rene Drouet
By René Drouet
Located in New York, NY
A Rare French Mid-Century Gilt Wrought Iron Stool / Bench by Rene Drouet, France, 1940. Drouet was one of the most important pre WWII creators in France and this work was emblematic ...
Wrought Iron
French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Vanity Stool / Bench, Gilbert Poillerat
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant, Rare and Timeless French Modern Neoclassical gilt iron stool or bench attributed to Gilbert Poillerat. The round form of the sto...
Wrought Iron
French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Sofa Table / Console by Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical sofa table, console, desk or vanity in gilt Iron faux bamboo by Maison Baguès. The table a timele...
Marble, Wrought Iron
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Benches in Style of Raymond Subes
By Raymond Subes
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, Timeless Pair of French Mid-century, Modern neoclassical, hand made gilt wrought iron benches or stools in the style of Raymond Subes, France, 1930. The pieces are exquisite...
Wrought Iron
Pair French Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron Benches, Style of Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Sober Pair of French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical benches / stools in the style of Jean Michel Frank. The pieces are in a classic Curile form in gilt wrought iron with...
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Bench, New Upholstery, 2 Available
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian brass bench, new upholstery - 2 available Price is per item.
Metal
1970s Mid Century Brass Bench or Stool
Located in Miami, FL
A 1970s modern brass bench or stool with upholstered seat cushion in the style of designer Paul Evans, circa 1970s.
Brass
Small Brass Bench in the Style of Milo Baughman Dunbar
By Milo Baughman, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Mid Century Modern Brass Bench with Naugahyde seat.
Brass
Harvey Probber Bench in Holly Hunt Upholstery with Brass Trim
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover a hard-to-find shorter bench by Harvey Probber, designed for those who appreciate rare mid-century modern furnishings. Unlike most, which are 57", this one is a compact 37" ...
Brass
Milo Baughman X-Bench, Brass Base, Mid-Century Upholstered Seat
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century bench with a beige, orange, and brown patterned fabric upholstered seat resting on a brass X-form base. (MILO BAUGHMAN / THAYER COGGIN)(Similar piece: DUF0372)
Metal, Brass
Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Faux Bamboo Upholstered X-Frame Carved Wood Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Faux Bamboo Upholstered X-Frame Carved Wood Bench. Item features gold painted finish, stretcher base, solid wood construction, upholstered seat, great ...
Fabric, Wood
