Georges THIRION (1882-1946) - Lot 28

Georges THIRION (1882-1946) Ginkgo Biloba Lamp base in hammered wrought-iron with black patina, richly decorated with ginkgo biloba leaves on the base and at the base of the reflector. Circa 1920 Height Height : 58 cm Glass reflector missing Biography and comparative work: A French wrought-iron craftsman trained in Paris, then established in Le Creusot, Georges Thirion is renowned for his wrought-iron lighting fixtures with stylized plant motifs. His rare works illustrate a high level of craftsmanship. Our work features a design very similar to the "Japona" design attributed to Edgar BRANDT (1880-1960) on a floor lamp presented by Me Rouillac at Villandry on June 9, 2025.