Pierre GUARICHE (1926-1995) designer & DISDEROT publisher, "Kite; rare red version" model designed around [1954], very probably special order from Disderot. Large pivoting, telescopic and adjustable wall lamp with one bent arm in original red lacquered metal and brass. The shade is hollowed out in micro-perforated white lacquered metal. The original red lacquered metal reflector complete with its original diffuser. Complete with its original red lacquered wall hook and brass stops. Antique and original edition from the 1950s. Height: 84 cm Variable wingspan: measured at 130 cm Used condition, oxidation especially on the inside of the deflector, missing the tabs that hold the sockets on the inside of the deflector. Provenance : Estate X., Jura. Bibliography: Delphine Jacob, Lionel Blaisse and Aurélien Jeauneau - Pierre Guariche - Éditions Norma, Paris, 2020. An identical black lacquered model is reproduced on page 75, the model reproduced and referenced in the lighting directory (without pagination at the end of the book). Expert : Emmanuel Eyraud