Large Art Deco Wrought Iron Table Lamp by Edgar-William Brandt, 1930s

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Rare French Art Deco table lamp designed by Edgar Brandt, France, circa 1927.

A representative example of the extraordinary wrought … Read more Rare French Art Deco table lamp designed by Edgar Brandt, France, circa 1927.

A representative example of the extraordinary wrought iron work produced by Edgar Brandt during the Art Deco period, characterized by a combination of technical virtuosity, sculptural refinement, and decorative elegance. The structure displays the designer’s characteristic ornamental style, whose work ranks among the most outstanding in 20th-century French decorative arts.

The piece retains its original wrought iron structure, its stamped signature, and an attractive period patina, attesting to its authenticity and age. The quality of craftsmanship and the richness of detail demonstrate the exceptional level achieved by the Brandt workshop during the 1920s.

The main photograph includes a digital reconstruction based on the original lampshade illustrated in an Edgar Brandt advertisement published in 1927. This visualization has been created exclusively for documentary and illustrative purposes to show the model’s original appearance and proportions, allowing for a more precise understanding of the design’s aesthetic concept as presented by the firm at the time.

This sale pertains exclusively to the original wrought-iron lamp base signed by Edgar Brandt. The lampshade depicted in the main image does not physically exist and is not included in the sale.

The structure retains its original patina and exhibits slight wear, surface oxidation, and variations consistent with its age and use. The electrical wiring is in working order.

Beyond its function as a lighting fixture, the piece stands out for its significant sculptural and documentary value, constituting a magnificent example of the work of one of the great French masters of artistic ironwork from the Art Deco period. The digital reconstruction based on historical documentation from the period also provides an interesting context for collectors and researchers, allowing them to appreciate the model’s original appearance without altering the authenticity of the work offered. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and 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