Empire soldier lamp by Suzanne Bonnichon for Jacques Adnet 1960’s

Empire soldier lamp by Suzanne Bonnichon for Jacques Adnet, 1960s. France, lacquered beechwood. Charming figurative lamp in turned and polychrome lacquered wood, depicting an Empire soldier. The metal stem supports a fabric lampshade that diffuses a soft light, while the round base ensures excellent stability. The slender silhouette, fresh colors, and naive-chic design make it a highly decorative piece, ideal for a console, desk, or bedside table. In very good overall condition, ready to be placed. An icon of French design, Jacques Adnet (Compagnie des Arts Français) championed an elegant modernism, known for its clean lines and refined objects. In the 1950s and 60s, he also paved the way for more playful pieces. Suzanne Bonnichon, a collaborator and creator of figurative subjects, designed a timeless piece that perfectly embodies the joyful and sophisticated spirit of the Sixties.