Up for auction is this beautiful lamp made by renowned copper artist Albert Gilles. The base of the lamp is made from solid hard wood, possibly maple, 12 X 5 inches. The copper repousse is 9.5X9.5 inches. Signed on the lower right corner A Gilles. The depicted appears to be Lady Justice with the blind fold removed, resting on a bench with the scales dangling over the Article I, II, III & IV of the Constitution. Instead of holding a sword, she holds a hand sign of blessing. Albert Gills did a lot of religious work around the world for Catholic Churches so I believe that's what he meant. The ultimate purpose of justice is meant to bless, not to kill. The lady Justice look disappointed or upset (up to your interpretation), maybe after she sees what happened in today's world? Based on the estimated time when this was made, with the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam War and social evolution at the time, was Albert trying to make a statement here? Not sure about the history of this lamp other than it came from a local estate. The matching shade is 21 inches across and the entire almp is 24 inches high. Albert is known for his church work, and one of his most important work is called "Christorama" - the story of Christ told in 50 silver panels. The bottom of the lamp is stamped Le Christorama, Albert Gilles and the name and address of the studio. Very fine condition, no issues. If you have a question though, please email.
A little background about Albert Gilles:
For nearly 100 years, the Gilles family has been renowned for its metal craftsmanship.
Its founder, Albert Gilles, was born in Paris in 1895. He was, at the age of 11, introduced to the art of ¨Repoussé¨ (metal embossing) by his aunt, and very quickly, this hobby became a passion. In 1926, he even won the first price for “Arts Décoratifs” in Paris.
Crossing the Atlantic in the 1930’s to benefit from the advantage of the ¨new world¨, he then put his talent to serve famous personalities. In Detroit, he decorated the house of the Fischer brothers of the GM CIE. And of Mr. Mendelson of Chrysler. Then he worked in California for the Universal Studios as a decorator. He received at this time orders from Mae West and Fredric March, actors of the ’30 and decorated the houses of Roy and Walt Disney.
In 1942, Pope Pius XII, mandate him for the creation of a chalice in gold and silver that would be given to the city of Montréal to commemorate the 300 anniversary of it’s foundation.
Then, he emigrated in Canada where he specialized in church decorations. From 1940 to 1960, he decorated many churches, Basilica and Cathedral in Canada and the United States. Were ordered Stations of the cross, doors, tabernacles, communion rails, baptismal funds and more.
Since his death, in 1979, his wife, daughters and granddaughter carry on his work, with the same tradition of excellence. For more information, search webpage for Albert Gilles Copper Art & Museum (Chateau Richer, Quebec).
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