Wrought Iron Lamp, Paul Kiss and Muller Frères, France, Art Deco, c. 1920

Elegant and rare, this wrought iron lamp embodies the refinement of French Art Deco design from the 1920s. Wrought iron frame signed Paul Kiss, master ironworker renowned for his sculptural and architectural creations. Signature visible under the foot. Blown glass tulip signed Muller Frères Lunéville, an essential reference of the École de Nancy. The finely worked glass diffuses a soft and warm light. Dimensions: Height: 39 cm Diameter: 13 cm Condition: Excellent. The piece has been restored with the greatest care: stripped metal, treated and patinated according to the rules of the art. The electrification has been fully controlled for safe use. Paul Kiss (1886–1962) – Art Deco Master Ironworker Born in 1886 in Transylvania and settled in Paris in 1907, Paul Kiss established himself as one of the greatest ironworkers of the Art Deco movement. Trained under masters Édgar Brandt and Raymond Subes, he opened his own workshop in the capital where he developed an instantly recognizable style: geometric lines, delicate hammering, and stylized animal decorations, often enhanced with refined patinas. Winner of numerous awards, including the gold medal at the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts, Paul Kiss was sought after for prestigious commissions, notably for the royal court of Egypt. His creations—chandeliers, mirrors, consoles, monumental grilles—combine great architectural rigor with sculptural elegance. Muller Frères is an iconic name in Art Nouveau and Art Deco, famous for its artistic glass creations and exceptional lighting. Founded in the town of Lunéville, in Lorraine (France), the company has established itself as one of the great names in French glass, alongside Daum and Gallé.