Lighting

Referenced on the catalog. Composed of a water lily leaf in gilded bronze signed C Charles on the back serving as a wall support (see photos). On the front, a water lily flower in silvered...

Iris table lamp in bronze and brass, the petals of the iris in bronze with a "revived medal" patina. This spectacular light comes from the “Chrystiane” collection designed by Chrystiane Charles, wife of Jean Charles, from 1971. Chrystiane was mainly inspired by plant patterns and motifs. It represents an iris flower, simply placed on its petals. Made in bronze with a "revived medal" patina. Manufactured in the 1970s. In excellent condition, unrestored with original electrification system. Sign "CHARLES" "MADE IN FRANCE" The Charles house was born in 1908 in Paris, Ernest Charles, its founder took over the ULLMAN bronze manufacturer specialized in the reproduction of old lighting and installed rue de Turenne in Paris. In 1920, Emile Albert Charles took over the company and joined forces with his brother Pierre in 1932. 1959 is an important turning point in the history of the house, Emile Charles, still at the head of his company, is joined by his two sons, Jean and Jacques. Jean is major of the BOULLE school in section, interior architecture section, Jacques is a graduate of Applied Arts in Interior Architecture. In 1960, the father and the two sons created the “Charles style” combining classicism and topicality. They create the Pineapple and Pine Cones, Corn and Lotus lamps. In 1965 the Charles family created the INOX collection and the famous organ lamps...

Table lamp “Nil” by Christiane Charles, circa 1970. Socle in brass with a black nickel finish, structure in cast bronze with gold. Winner of the Gold Medal of the Ecole Supérieur...

Maison Jansen, model 'Tournesol', by Christiane Charles, France, 1970s Quite rare to find these as a set; great condition French manufacturer Maison Charles is one of the oldes...

Maison Jansen, model 'Tournesol', by Christiane Charles, France, 1970s Quite rare to find these as a set; great condition French manufacturer Maison Charles is one of the oldest family-owned French lighting companies that is still in operation. The company is known for their early reproductions of antique lighting and, later, for their fanciful bronze and gilt lamps inspired by nature. Maison Charles (sometimes referred to as Maison Charles et fils) was founded in 1908 by the Frenchman Ernest Charles, who bought the Ullmann bronze works. Initially, the company reproduced antique lighting in bronze, and soon became known for its quality work with the material, earning a reputation within the professional bronze art community. Charles’ eldest son, Emile Albert, took over of the company in 1920 (when it was often referred to as Maison Charles et fils, or Maison Charles & Son), and was joined by his brother Pierre in 1932. During the 1930s, the company was known as Charles Frères. During the late-1950s, Maison Charles was joined by Ernest Charles’ grandsons—Jean and Jacques. Jean studied interior design and wood sculpture at the École Boulle in Paris, and Jacques obtained a professional qualification in applied arts and interior design. In 1960, Maison Charles moved to a new location in the Marais neighborhood in Paris. It was here that Chrystiane Charles (1927-2013), Jean’s wife and eminent bronze artist and sculptor, created the Charles Collection, the most iconic Maison Charles pieces. Taking inspiration from nature and classicist styles, the Charles Collection (1960) became the brand’s signature style, creating real competition for the renowned French lighting company Maison Jansen. Chrystiane’s most acclaimed designs are the Ananas (pineapple), Epi Mais (ear of corn) Pomme de Pin (pine cone) Lotus, and Vase Médicis...

Signed by Chrystiane Charles and numbered 295 on a leaf. Mark "Charles Paris" & "Made in France" on the base. Christiane Charles was married to Emile Charles (director of the fab...

This exclusive table lamp Iris was designed by Christiane Charles and made in the workshop of Maison Charles in Paris. This bronze sculptural Iris lamp was finished with nickel. Th...

Beautiful "Lotus" lamp by Maison Charles Paris, signed. Very good original condition. Three lights.

Coral table lamp Width of shade: 22.75" Depth of shade: 12.5" Width of base: 6.5" Depth of base: 6.25" (See below for height)