Max LE VERRIER (1891-1973) "Clarté" [model designed in 1928] Large cast-iron lamp depicting a young woman holding a luminous sphere, the globe in frosted white marbled glass (original). Rare, silky antique-green patina Stepped base in black Arudy de Namur marble (minor restorations) Vintage edition Signed M. LE VERRIER on the metal terrace Height 84 cm Weight of sculpture without ball or base: approx. 25 kg

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