A spectacular piece of mid-century French lighting design, this sculptural floor lamp is formed from hundreds of hand-cut glass segments individually wired onto a steel armature. The result is a tall, rising, almost architectural form—somewhere between a shard of glacier ice and a modernist spire—catching and fracturing the light as it moves across the room.
Its gently twisting silhouette feels both organic and engineered: a column that narrows into an elegant asymmetrical crest, giving the lamp a sense of movement even when still. Illuminated from within, the stacked glass sings—throwing a cool, aquatic glow, with the wired structure casting subtle patterns that play across the surrounding space.
This is French mid-century experimentation at its most compelling: raw materiality, sculptural bravado, and a stubborn refusal to behave like a conventional lamp. It stands as both functional lighting and environmental sculpture, shifting character with daylight, lamplight, and the viewer’s perspective.
A rare and striking work—perfect for those who prefer their interiors with a touch of the sublime and the slightly surreal.
Details
Origin: France
Year: Mid-20th century (c.1950s–60s)
Construction: Hand-wired steel frame with individually clipped glass fragments
Lighting: X3 internal bulbs
Wiring: Twisted white silk flex with inline foot switch (tested and fully functional)
Dimensions:
Height: 150 cm
Diameter at top: 45 cm
Diameter at base: 30 cm
Finish: Pale aqua/ice-green glass with textured edges; exposed steel armature
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-related patination to the metal; glass elements intact and luminous
Delivery
This piece requires specialist courier delivery. We work with trusted carriers experienced in handling vintage and design objects. Delivery is charged at cost and depends on your location — we’ll be in touch to confirm a tailored quote once you place your order. If you’d like an estimate beforehand, just drop us a line.
