The 'Agrafée simple' Desk Lamp was designed by Serge Mouille in France, 1957. This clean and timeless classic of modern design has a black steel structure and an aluminum shade with a black lacquer coating, which is folded into an organic conical shape and has a brass finish on the inside.
Thanks to its authentic high-end manufacturing process, The 'Agrafée simple' Desk Lamp is as well aesthetic as functional. The design provides a clip and stand composition which can be attached to a desk, table, bench or other objects. This shade can be adjusted to control the orientation creating a remarkable spread of light that escapes from the iconic shade, adding a nice illuminated dimension to any space.

SOLD

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The shade and stem have marks and small scratches, the bottom of the stem and clip have signs of rust. The white inside of the shade has a nice yellow greyish patina.

Dimensions:

11.81 in W x 20.30 in D x 25.60 in H

30 cm W x 51.5 cm D x 65 cm H

About the designer:

Recognized as one of the greatest lighting designers of the 20th century, Serge Mouille, (1922-1988) studied a Master at the School of Applied Arts in Paris. After graduation in 1941, he worked at his own studio, and in 1953 Jacques Adnet hired him to design lighting fixtures, an art to which he devoted the rest of his life.

Throughout the 1950s Mouille designed large, angular, insect-like wall mounted and standing lamps with several arms and smaller, more curved wall-sconces. Some of his best known designs from the period are his “Oeil” lamp (1953), “Flammes” (1954) and “Saturn” (1958). He worked to achieve a kinetic, sculptural aesthetic that evoked a sense of movement in space.

In 1955 Serge Mouille became a member of the Society of Decorative Artists and of the French National Art Society. He has been awarded some of the most important design prizes around the world. ~ H.