“An interior is the natural projection of the soul.” – Coco Chanel
At Jean-Marc Fray Antiques we love the emphasize the curation of a beautiful, thoughtful space. We consistently discuss the importance of a buffet or focal point in a room. Yet, the buffet alone does not draw the eye. A well designed home uses striking accessories, art, and lighting to highlight and spotlight. For our featured sale item we are showcasing these incredible Murano glass black and purple Ettore Sottsass style lamps. The bold purple tones bring vibrancy, while the curves of the hand-blown glass create a softness that lends well to the light. Please enjoy learning more about this pair and the seeing how we suggest to style these lamps!
The metallic purple tones of the hand-blown glass elements first invite the eye to take in the pair. The juxtaposition of the black glass and brass structures create depth and curves. The light filters beautifully over the details of the glass. The unique design, inspired by Ettore Sottsass, is playful while the colors and style are quite sophisticated. This pair is the perfect pair to highlight your home – curved and clean, soft and sharp, playful and sophisticated. And finally, this beautiful pair provides functional light for your home as well! We love the impact they have on a space, whether in an entry way, dining room, or beside a bed.
How to Style the Lamps
As these lamps are a lovely accessory in a room, there are many ways to shape the space around it. They can meld perfectly with modern or classic elements. One of our favorite ways to highlight the lamps is to lean in to the contrast by placing it with large classic elements, surrounded by other soft modernist pieces.
While we have many items that could pair with the lamps, here is a styling example using furniture and accessories from our Holiday Sale. The dark colors of the lamps allow it to work well with this ebonized Louis XVI buffet. The brass detailing on the buffet works perfectly by bringing out the brass of the lamps. Likewise, the curved front of the buffet mimics the curves of the lighting. Whether placing the lamps in front of a beautiful mirror or art, we suggest emphasizing the warm, rich colors. This beautiful painting by artist Meredith Pardue does just that! The deep tones of burgundy, purple, and golds are playfully used in this piece. In a similar way, the soft pinks of these vases capture both of the feminine qualities and the modernist lines of the lamps. Please feel free to contact us if you are looking for additional assistance in styling these lamps, or if you are interested in any of our beautiful sale pieces for your home.
