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, Travertine and Chrome Table Lamp, French, circa 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice table lamp is made of travertine and chrome. This is a work by famous French designer Philippe Barbier, circa 1970.
Travertine, Chrome
Chrome and Gilt Metal Table Lamp, French Work, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This table lamp is made of chrome and gilt metal. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
Metal, Chrome
Ceramic Table Lamp on a Travertine Base, French Work, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This table lamp is made of ceramic on a travertine base. This is a French work. Circa 1960
Travertine
Large Chrome and Black Lacquered Design Table Lamp, French Work, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This large design table lamp is made of chrome and black lacquered. This is a French work of very nice quality. circa 1950.
Chrome
Chrome and Black Lacquered Table Lamp. French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice table lamp is made of chrome and black lacquered chrome. The lamp has a nice custom black shintz shade, silvered inside. This is a F...
Chrome
Travertin and Brass Table Lamp, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice table lamp is made of travertine and brass. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
Travertine, Brass
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. Patina on metal consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.65"H x 5.0"D Dimension...
Metal
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, Chrome, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome-plated metal and glass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11"H x 4.75"W x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Diame...
Chrome
Lamp by Maurizio Tempestini, Chrome With Black Base, C 1950, No Lamp Shade, Lamp
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in New York, NY
Single Laura lamp, circa 1950. Designed by Maurizio Tempestini. The lamp does not come with a lamp shade. Chrome curved shape on a black pedestal which is a very elegant design. The ...
Chrome
An Important ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL TABLE LAMP by PHILIPPE BARBIER, France 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in PARIS, FR
An important elegant table lamp, Post-Modernist, NeoClassical, Shabby-Chic, a black lacquered metal cubic base and a wide spherical body with a final cylindrical lampshade, by Philip...
Metal
Jacques Moniquet Silver Plated Table Lamp, Cheret Edition, circa 1975, France
By Moniquet
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful Jacques Moniquet table lamp, Cheret Edition Paris, circa 1975, France. Compressed silver plated metal, new white fabric shade. Stamped edition Cheret AAM, Paris. Each piece...
Metal
