Very rare French mid century modern table lamps by Vianne France with original foil stickers. These white glass bulbous form lamps have the classic design and colors associated with 1960's and early 1970's home decor; orange and yellow flowers decorate the entire base. The glass sits atop metal and the plug comes out of a whole in it. Original harps and finials on both. Really special pieces for your mid century modern home. --- These are large and need extensive packaging and go in two separate boxes. Courier shipping includes full insurance and tracking. More GREAT Lamps / Lighting
CONDITION: Excellent vintage without damage or repairs. Retain their original harp and finial. You can pair it with your own shades that match your decor.
SIZE: Very large measuring 22 inches high overall, base is 13 inches x 11 inches at widest
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"Vianne Glass Company of France was founded in 1928.. They were among the biggest glass companies in France. The village of Vianne, the namesake of the company, is located near Bordeaux in southwest France. Vianne produced hand blown glass and was the last surviving glass company in France to do so. They proudly listed as having over 4000 moulds that could be used to make over 9000 shapes. It was also stated that they could produce over 3000 colors and tints.
In the last year and a half there have been continuing problems with the environment, labor laws and political issues. All of this has compromised Vianne’s ability to produce the glass it wanted. Strong competition around the world also impacted their sales.
You may be wondering how Vianne glass affects you. Well, the next time you go into a lighting store, look closely at the lamp shades and globes. Chances are they were made by Vianne. They specialized in the ornate and etched shades for all kinds of lamps. Vianne was a major provider of the glass for the Renaissance and Casablanca ceiling fans. They also made glass for outdoor lighting and sconces. All of companies that bought glass from Vianne proudly announced they used their glass.
Sadly, at the end of December 2005 came the announcement that this fine company was closing its doors . Another glass company has now disappeared, along with its ability to produce glass for many other companies and the loss of vital jobs to the region."
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My collecting story starts after watching Astaire and Rogers float across a dance floor as a young girl, I have loved art deco design, art, fashion and jewelry. So bold and beautiful, and so different from anything that came before it. Art deco changed social and design sensibilities forever. A lifetime collector of high quality antiques and vintage, I started by making contacts, researching and learning. Picking the best of the best, I live with art deco and vintage decor and used to wear the fashions of the day. To say that I feel in love is an understatement. I reveled in the fact that I was able to reflect my unique style and sensibilities with a marriage of old and new.
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