La Lampe Gras - A 20th century icon

In 1921, French designer Bernard-Albin Gras created a series of lamps intended for offices and industry. These lamps, later known as La Lampe Gras, were revolutionary with their simple, robust and ergonomic design - with no screws or welded joints. In 1927, the Ravel company took over the patent and started production, ensuring the widespread use of the lamp.

Gras was one of the most visionary designers of the 20th century and his lamps have proven to be timeless. They combined functionality and aesthetics in a way that was way ahead of its time. Especially the arms, brackets and base were recognized for their original and thoughtful design.

The famous architect Le Corbusier was one of the first to get excited about Lampe Gras. He used them not only in his own office, but also in several of his architectural projects around the world. Other great designers such as Robert Mallet-Stevens, Jacques Emile Ruhlmann and Eileen Gray also found inspiration in the lamp's unique design language. La Lampe Gras quickly became popular among artists, with names like Sonia Delaunay and Georges Braque using it in their studios. This was one of the first times a lamp was given as big a role in professional environments as in private homes.

Today, Lampe Gras is still a coveted collector's item, especially in France, the USA and Japan. Bernard-Albin Gras' iconic design has survived the trends of time and still stands as a masterpiece of industrial design. The series comes in many different versions with both metal and opal glass shades and many beautiful colors that are guaranteed to decorate and illuminate any home.