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A rare and significant French light fixture from the Art Deco period, consisting of a remarkable artistic wrought-iron frame decorated with foliage and clusters of berries, supporting a large frosted molded glass shade signed “Noverdy France.”
The base retains its original manufacturer’s plaque, “Ets Gaumont Paris,” numbered 15822.
This piece bears strong similarities to Gaumont’s “Lumière” line of decorative loudspeakers, which was marketed in the second half of the 1920s. The presence of the Gaumont manufacturer’s plate, combined with Noverdy glassware and a high-quality frame, suggests that this is a former Gaumont device that was later converted into a light fixture.
The metalwork, entirely handcrafted, is distinguished by an elegant naturalistic design featuring leaves and berries, characteristic of French productions of that era. The large molded glass bowl, signed “Noverdy France,” features a geometric design typical of the Art Deco movement.
To date, no identical example has been identified in the catalogs or public auctions consulted, suggesting either a limited production run or a custom-made piece.
The light socket and wiring were added after the piece was originally manufactured; the conversion into a lamp was done long ago and with great care.
Dimensions:
Height: 56 cm
Shade diameter: 43 cm
Condition:
In very good condition.
Metalwork with a beautiful original patina.
Noverdy-signed glass in excellent condition, with no cracks or chips.
Electrical system in working order; antique socket and wiring, though not original.
A rare piece that combines the industrial history of Établissements Gaumont with the craftsmanship of the Noverdy glassworks. It will naturally find its place in a collection of 20th-century decorative arts or in an Art Deco interior.
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