Exceptional French ceramic table lamp by Georges Pelletier, designed and produced in France during the 1970s. The lamp features Pelletier’s unmistakable sculptural ceramic vocabulary, combining hand-thrown forms with richly textured glazes in deep brown and ivory tones. The pierced detailing around the central body adds rhythm and architectural character while emphasizing the artisanal nature of the piece.
The lamp is paired with a striking custom organic shade composed of layered natural fibers, bark veneer, wool felt and rope bindings, creating a warm diffused light. The contrast between the raw tactile shade and Pelletier’s earthy ceramic base gives the piece a strong decorative presence.
Georges Pelletier was a celebrated French ceramicist and lighting designer associated with the postwar Vallauris movement. Active from the 1960s through the 1980s, he became known for his sculptural lamps and decorative objects that combined handcrafted stoneware with strong architectural forms. His work often featured textured glazes, perforated details, and earthy palettes inspired by Mediterranean craftsmanship and modernist design.Today, his ceramic lighting is highly sought after for its distinctive blend of brutalist sensibility and artisanal warmth.