Vintage Space Age sculptural lamp – Brushed aluminium and chrome

The large table lamp captivates with its sculptural silhouette, generous volumes, and elegant combination of chrome metal and brushed aluminium. Its base consists of a succession of rounded shapes and tapered sections, creating a particularly harmonious play of curves. The shiny surfaces contrast with the satin finish of the aluminium, giving it a distinctly retro-futuristic look. It is topped with an imposing grey cylindrical shade, adorned with four chrome metal bands that echo the finishes of the base. Its aesthetic is rooted in the Space Age movement and evokes French creations from that period, particularly those of Philippe Barbier. With a height of 89 cm, this lamp is a true decorative object. It will naturally find its place on a large vintage sideboard, a console, or a contemporary low furniture piece. Characteristics. Estimated period: 1970s-1980s. Style: Space Age, modernist, vintage design. Attribution: in the style of Philippe Barbier, without identified signature. Materials: chrome metal, brushed aluminium, textile-covered shade. Colours: silver, chrome, and grey. Total height: 89 cm. Diameter of the body: 39 cm. Height of the shade: 44.5 cm. Foot switch on the electrical cable. Condition. Overall in beautiful vintage decorative condition, with visible signs of use on the metal parts: fine scratches, surface marks, and some localized alterations to the aluminium finish. The shade is preserved and features a visible vertical seam.