French Art Deco Pendant Lamp – Signed Rethondes – ca. 1930 Description Elegant and authentic French Art Deco pendant lamp dating from the early 1930s, signed Rethondes. The bowl is executed in thick, high-quality marbled glass in warm amber, honey, and golden yellow tones, with subtle orange cloud inclusions. When illuminated, the shade produces a rich sunset-like glow with beautiful depth and atmosphere. The signature is acid-etched on the side of the bowl. The lamp retains its original three-chain suspension and decorative canopy. The hardware features period Art Deco rosette mounts. The textile-covered electrical cord is in vintage style. This model is particularly attractive due to: • Strong, evenly distributed marbling • Excellent luminous effect when lit • Signed example • Elegant and balanced proportions A refined and atmospheric Art Deco lighting piece. ⸻ Details • Maker: Rethondes (France) • Period: circa 1930 • Material: Marbled art glass • Colour: Amber / honey / yellow with orange accents • Signature: Acid-etched “Rethondes” • Suspension: Three metal chains • Origin: France • Condition: Good vintage condition with minor age-related wear; small surface marks consistent with age; hardware with light patina ⸻ About Rethondes Rethondes was a French Art Deco glass workshop active in the late 1920s and 1930s. The firm produced decorative art glass lighting characterized by warm marbled coloration and softly diffused illumination. Rethondes pieces are less common than mass-produced French pressed glass and are appreciated for their atmospheric colour work and refined glass quality. Above description is made by Chatgpt.