Genet et Michon, Paris | Art Deco ‘Honeycomb’ Faceted Globe Lantern | France c.1945-55
£1,395.00
Product Code: JAL0811A large French Art Deco pendant lantern crafted by the celebrated Paris design partnership of Philippe Genêt and Lucien Michon.
The centerpiece is a monumental, hand-blown clear and frosted pressed-glass sphere decorated with an intricate, repeating geometric honeycomb pattern of deep hexagonal facets.
The globe is suspended from its original, post-war polished brass fitments. France c.1945-55
Provenance:
- See catalogue photo of light from pre-war c.1930-40
Dimensions / Specifications:
- Ht.71cm/28in W.28/11
- Supplied with additonal ceiling hook
Not Included:
- 1 x B.22 (8W) L.E.D GLS bulb (Available to purchase in our accessories department)
- Screw fixings
Philippe Genêt et Lucien Michon, Paris 1911-1960
- Former students of the Ecole Boulle, Philippe Genêt and Lucien Michon began trading in 1911 and showing their 1st lighting fixtures in 1919.
- Set in the Marais, rue du Parc Royal in Paris, they specialize in creating and designing lighting, mirrors and decorative items made from moulded-pressed glass.
- 1925: Won first prize at the landmark Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, the event that gave “Art Deco” its name
- During the late 20’s they work for national palaces, the Elysee Palace, embassies, and ministries. The firm also collaborates with some major decorators such as Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann, Paul Follot, and Maurice Dufrene & Raymond Subes.
- Maison Genêt & Michon continued to trade until after the war and ceased trading in the 1960’s.







