Disderot luminaires, a history of design

wp:paragraph Pierre Disderot is an avant-garde French designer of exceptional lighting fixtures. Pierre Disderot opened his workshop in Cachan in 1948. A true pioneer in his field, he demonstrated the modernism and elegance characteristic of his time. /wp:paragraph wp:heading Highlighting a project at the heart of a story of friendship and design Highlighting a project at the heart of a story of friendship and design /wp:heading wp:paragraph After several years' absence, Disderot luminaires are making a comeback, much to our delight! The programme includes a legendary, modern collection with pieces designed by design icons from the 50s to the 70s such as Roger Fatus Roger Fatus , Pierre Paulin Pierre Paulin , Alain Richard Alain Richard or Joseph-André Motte Joseph-André Motte . A remarkable collaboration, marked by friendship and a love of design. /wp:paragraph wp:heading Pierre Disderot: the inventor of modern lighting in the 20th century Pierre Disderot: the inventor of modern lighting in the 20th century /wp:heading wp:paragraph What would lamps be without Pierre Disderot's 1013 model? Designed as a desk lamp, this lighting fixture with its perfect height and proportions is a design icon. Whether in a bedroom, on a piece of furniture in the living room or at the end of a sofa, the 1013 lamp will find its place in any interior, thanks to its sophisticated finishes and wide range of colours. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11833, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading Roger Fatus: refined modernism Roger Fatus: refined modernism /wp:heading wp:paragraph Minimalist, refined, ultra-light and easy to transport, the creations of Roger Fatus are unusually modern for the 1960s. Thanks to perfect proportions and an original shape combining symmetry and asymmetry, Fatus transformed our interiors with the introduction of Plexiglas. The classic lampshade became a timeless design icon. Minimalist, refined, ultra-light and easy to transport, the creations of Roger Fatus are unusually modern for the 1960s. Thanks to perfect proportions and an original shape combining symmetry and asymmetry, Fatus transformed our interiors with the introduction of Plexiglas. The classic lampshade became a timeless design icon. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11834, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading Olivier Mourgue : quand le génie s'associée à la flore Olivier Mourgue : quand le génie s'associée à la flore /wp:heading wp:paragraph Finesse and innovation are the adjectives that best describe the work of Olivier Mourgue . An extraordinary lighting system with flower-shaped aluminium petals fixed to two chromed metal wires, available as wall lights, pendant lights, lamps and floor lamps. These luminaires are all the more original in that they are fitted with a silver-capped bulb that creates excellent quality reflected light. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11835, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading Janine Abraham Dirk-Jan Rol: modernity in the service of tradition Janine Abraham Dirk-Jan Rol: modernity in the service of tradition /wp:heading wp:paragraph The AR1 AR1 is an original luminaire designed in 1964 by the famous architect couple Janine Abraham Dirk-Jan Rol. Published for the first time, this floor lamp in wood, stainless steel and Plexiglas is a highly modern piece. With its half-timbered construction, made-to-measure screws, meticulous finish and height adjustment, the AR1 provides unique lighting. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph A year later, the AR65 AR65 was published. An astonishing lamp in rattan, combining rusticity and Asian exoticism. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11836, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading Etienne Fermigier : les luminaires anticonformistes et futuristes Etienne Fermigier : les luminaires anticonformistes et futuristes /wp:heading wp:paragraph First published in 1970 by Monix, the F170 lamp is now being reissued by Disderot. Anti-conformist and futuristic, the F170 model is extremely modern thanks to the materials used, such as aluminium and Plexiglas. Its soft, symmetrical lines are the perfect complement to the shiny or translucent effects of the synthetic materials. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11837, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading Joseph-André Motte: 360° satin ambient lighting Joseph-André Motte: 360° satin ambient lighting /wp:heading wp:paragraph Reissued by Disderot, the J13 J13 and J14 J14 models are breathtakingly elegant, minimalist and luxurious, thanks to their blend of classicism and modernism. In fact, many collectors consider this poetic and extremely rare Japanese luminaire to be one of the finest in France. Inspired by a Japanese lantern, Joseph-André Motte's creations are timeless and blend perfectly with contemporary interiors. What's more, its dimmer switch is perfect for varying the mood of your home. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11838, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:heading René-Jean Caillette : les luminaires colorés René-Jean Caillette : les luminaires colorés /wp:heading wp:paragraph Floor lamp, wall lamp, suspension lamp, René-Jean Caillette offers a range of light fittings in several finishes to suit a vintage or more contemporary interior. The B4 floor lamp, available in two sizes, makes an excellent end to a sofa and an ideal source of light for your reading. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph As a wall lamp, the B3 model avoids dispersed lighting thanks to its projector shape. With a choice of downward orientation for reading or upward to use the ceiling as a reflector, this model combines practicality and aesthetics. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Last but not least, the B5 pendant model will bring modernity and elegance to your interior thanks to its new range of colours. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"align": "center", "id":11839, "sizeSlug": "large"} /wp:image wp:paragraph {"align": "right"} Design Market Design Market /wp:paragraph

Disderot luminaires, a history of design

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