Master craftsman Philippe Barbier created table lamps used on the sets of many French films, as well as furniture and decor like coffee tables and candle holders. The furniture designer and producer worked in Paris throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was known for using steel to make his pieces shine.
Barbier operated a small studio called Maison Barbier in central Paris, on rue du Pré aux Clercs. In addition to making his own furniture, he sold the work of other designers. Most notably, Maison Barbier was the first to distribute the iconic 1968 Tam-Tam stool by French designer Henry Massonnet. Barbier was also involved in the design of the stool, which is still in production today.
Barbier’s lamps were very popular for their unique designs, which often featured elegant curves and bases made of stone or polished metal. Their striking shapes caught the attention of many film directors. Just some of the films in which Barbier’s lamps make a background appearance are Le Retour du Grand Blond (1974), Peur Sur La Ville (1975), Nous Irons Tous Au Paradis (1977), Le Mac (2010) and Dans La Maison (2012).
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Large French Mid-Century Rectangular Travertine Table Lamp with Brass Base, 1960
Located in Buchanan, NY
A striking French Mid-Century table lamp from the 1960s, featuring a substantial rectangular travertine body raised on a solid brass base. The clean architectural form and richly tex...
Travertine, Brass
Stiffel Midcentury White Porcelain and Brass Table Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in Buchanan, NY
This single vintage brass and porcelain Stiffel table lamp features a charming pineapple brass detail atop a white porcelain base. In very good vintage condition, it adds a touch of ...
Brass
American Mid Century Modern Glazed Ceramic Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
This American mid-century modern glazed ceramic lamp is a simple and elegant piece in a striking black finish. Originating from the United States in the 1960s, it embodies a minimali...
Ceramic
Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Table Lamp with Gold Inclusions and Marble Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
Rich ruby red Murano glass infused with shimmering gold inclusions gives this Italian Mid-Century table lamp its remarkable warmth and depth. The ribbed glass body catches and reflec...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
French 1960s White Ceramic Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
This French 1960s lamp is a wonderfully proportioned piece crafted from white glazed ceramic. It has been recently rewired with a double cluster for optimal functionality. It is in v...
Ceramic
American Mid-Century Ceramic and Brass Stiffel Table Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
Presenting an American 1950s Stiffel cream colored ceramic lamp, elegantly mounted on a handsome stepped brass base. This lamp has recently been ...
Brass
Travertine table lamp by Philippe Barbier, France, 1970s
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
An elegant table lamp designed by Philippe Barbier, notable for its geometric balance and the quality of its materials. This piece pairs a cubic travertine base with a monumental sp...
Travertine, Metal
Large Travertine Table Lamp by Maison Barbier, French 1970s
By Maison Barbier
Located in London, GB
French 1970’s large travertine table lamp by Philippe Barbier, Paris. Rewired and Pat tested. Shade for display.
Travertine
Philippe Barbier, Travertine and Chrome Table Lamp, French, circa 1970
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice table lamp is made of travertine and chrome. This is a work by famous French designer Philippe Barbier, circa 1970.
Travertine, Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Modern Travertine Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An Italian travertine lamp of obelisk form with new brass double cluster sockets and cloth cord. signed on a brass plaque "H.R." Base is 10" sq...
Travertine, Brass
1970s Italian Travertine Lamp by Fratelli Manelli
By Fratelli Manelli
Located in London, London
A sculptural Italian table lamp dating from the 1970s, attributed to Fratelli Mannelli, featuring a solid travertine base carved in a stepped cubic form. The stone displays character...
Travertine
Vintage Travertine and Chrome Table Lamp by Philippe Barbier, France, 1970s
By Philippe Barbier, Maison Barbier
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Vintage French travertine and chrome table lamp attributed to Philippe Barbier for Maison Barbier, Paris, circa 1970 with a new drum shade. This lamp retains its original fully funct...
Travertine, Chrome
