Silvered Bronze Table Lamp Orient Express by René Prou, 1920s

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René prou (1889-1947)

antique (art deco) table lamp for the pullman coaches of the orient express (model designed around 1929) … Read more René prou (1889-1947)

antique (art deco) table lamp for the pullman coaches of the orient express (model designed around 1929) in silvered bronze with an 8-sided semi-circular base and tapered shaft. Heavy quality, the weight of the lamp is 3.5 kg.

height 55 cm.
octagonal base with a diameter of 14 cm
fine working button switch
bayonet socket

bibliography: anne bony - rené prou, entre art déco et modernisme - éditions normas, paris, 2018. An identical model is pictured on pages 100 and 219.

you can also see this lamp at :
from art deco to the orient express: the legacy of rené prou.
this site shows pictures of this lamp in the orient express.

the lamp is in good condition with minimal signs of use.

unfortunately, i have not yet been able to find a matching lampshade. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less