Gilt bronze 'Cobra' table lamp, Maison Jansen, Hollywood Regency ca 1970

Gilt bronze cobra lamp, attributed to maison jansen, france, circa 1970. This model is probably inspired by a design by edgar brandt from the 1930s. The lamp is distinguished by its realism and is equipped with a telescopic brass stem supporting an original oval silk shade, with a gilded inner lining. This type of luminaire is sometimes also attributed to maison charles, paris. The set is in good general condition. Works with a standard screw bulb (e27), compatible with e27 led bulbs, and has a switch integrated into the cable. Fully functional and ready to use. Overall dimensions (with shade): - height: 54 cm (adjustable). - width: 33cm. - depth: 26cm. Dimensions of the base only (without shade): - height: 42.5 cm. - width: 16 cm. - depth: 15 cm. Biography of maison jansen in paris: maison jansen is an interior design house located in paris. It was founded in 1880 by dutchman jean-henri jansen. Maison jansen is considered the first global design firm to have made its name a brand, offering its services in europe, latin america, north america and the middle east. In the early 1940s, maison jansen established its own studios on 17, 000 m2 on rue saint sabin in paris. Throughout its history, the firm has employed the traditional european style of design but has also followed european trends in design, including the vienna secession, modernism and art deco, which were developed by the firm between 1920 and 1950. Under boudin's leadership, maison jansen worked for the royal families of belgium, iran and serbia as well as for the white house under the administration of john f. Kennedy...