Pair of solid crystal lamps, Lynx model, Jean-Pierre Demarchi for Daum, France, 1973

Pair of lamps with rectangular bases in solid crystal, Lynx model, designed in 1973 by the sculptor Jean-Pierre Demarchi, then artistic director of the Daum crystal works.

The crystal, hollowed with a biomorphic form of symmetrical scrolls, is enhanced by a column in white opaline crystal on one base and in brown crystal on the other — a variation in tone that distinguishes each piece without breaking the unity of the pair.

The interplay between the transparency of the crystal and the matte finish of the central inset captures light with striking sculptural presence, faithful to Demarchi’s approach, which regarded crystal as a material in its own right, on a par with bronze or stone.

The strength of this pair lies in its bold chromatic and textural contrast.

Signed Daum France on each base.

Newly rewired to current standards by a professional.