Dactyl, Art-Deco Desk Lamp by Jean Chavanis for Pirouett, France, 1940s

Elegant Art Deco desk lamp crafted in chrome-plated metal; it features a weighted rectangular base, a fixed vertical column, and a sliding horizontal arm fitted with an adjustable faceted reflector. This model, named Dactyl, was originally developed to illuminate typewriters and accounting machines; its ingenious mechanism allows the arm to retract into the column while offering exceptional flexibility of use. A remarkable example of innovative French industrial design combining functionality with timeless Art Deco aesthetics, designed by Jean Chavanis in the 1940s. — Model: Dactyl. Designed by: Jean Chavanis. Edited by: Pirouett. Origin: France. Design period: 1940s. Style: Art Deco. Materials: chrome-plated metal. Color: silver. Dimensions: H 44 × W 17 × D 15 cm. - These objects may have defects not visible in the attached photos, as they are vintage and used. We may have missed some details. We are sorry.