Rating and value of lamps, Eugène Printz furniture
Key takeaways
- Printz lamps sell for between €2,500 and €208,190 at auction, with gilded bronze wall sconces sometimes fetching ten times their estimated value.
- Eugène Printz (1879–1948), a French cabinetmaker, created minimalist Art Deco light fixtures combining wood, gilded bronze, and glass, which are highly prized by collectors.
- Chandeliers range from €5,000 to €120,000, and wall sconces from €8,410 to €208,190; since no new pieces are currently being produced, the auction market is essential for acquiring them.
If you own a lamp by or after Printz glassware, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its current market value. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of Printz lamps
Prinzt is a French cabinetmaker and decorator quite well known to lamp enthusiasts. If you own one, it may be worth more than you think. On the art market, Printz lamps can fetch very high prices under the auctioneer's hammer.
His lamps are particularly prized, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €2,500 to €208,190, a fairly substantial range, but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to Printz lamps.
In 2021, Sconces gilt bronze lamps dating from 1928 sold for €208,190 while they were estimated at €16,600 to €25,000 by Sotheby's, so the high estimate was almost multiplied by 10.
Order of value from a single work to the most prestigious
Type of lamp | Result |
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Lustre | From €5,000 to €120,000 |
Conventional floor-mounted luminaires | From €2,500 to €150 000€ |
Sconces or sconces | From 8,410 to 208,190€ |
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Style and technique of Printz lighting
Printz's work is part of the Art Déco movement. Eugène Printz also creates furniture, so the floor lamps he makes are a continuation of the style he gives to his furniture. He uses wood, but adds gilded bronze details (like Gabriel Viardot) and glass, especially in his lighting fixtures (like Raymond Subes).
The life of Eugène Printz
Eugène Printz (1879-1948), a French cabinetmaker and decorator, produced many sober, elegant lighting fixtures that are prized at auction.
He trained as a cabinetmaker in his father's workshop, which made copies of furniture. As early as 1925, he managed to exhibit work at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, which he produced in collaboration with Pierre Charreau.
He then exhibited at the Salon des Décorateurs, the Salon des Tuileries and the Salon d'Automne, where he made his work known and appreciated. At the 1931 Colonial Exhibition, he presented for the first time the desk made for Marechal Lyautey.
He went on to create some of the desks for the Cité Internationale Universitaire in Paris.
He was very well known during his lifetime, receiving commissions from the City of Paris, the Princesse de la Tour d'Auvergne, and various European and overseas clients.
His works are world-famous, notably the sconces luminaires that take up little space and have an aesthetic made to go with any interior.
The success of Eugène Printz luminaires
Eugène Printz luminaires are very successful because they are minimalist and elegant. They can fit into any interior, whatever the style of the room. Today, there is no Printz house or factory that perpetuates his work, as is the case withDaum lamps. Consequently, one of the only ways to acquire a Printz luminaire is through the auction market, where works by the artist are regularly offered for sale.
Recognizing the signature on a Printz work
Not all lamps produced by Eugène Printz are signed. Moreover, as several artists worked and sometimes collaborated with him, the lamp may be signed with another name even though it was also produced by Printz. That's why it's important to have your pieces appraised.
Knowing the value of a work
If you happen to own a lamp by Eugène Printz or after the artist, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you are considering selling your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market inclinations.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who is Eugène Printz, and what is his artistic background?Eugène Printz (1879–1948) was a leading French cabinetmaker and interior designer of the Art Deco movement. Trained in cabinetmaking in his father’s workshop, he made a name for himself as early as 1925 by exhibiting at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts. Internationally renowned, he received prestigious commissions, notably for the Cité internationale universitaire in Paris and from prominent European and North American figures. His minimalist and elegant light fixtures, crafted from wood, gilded bronze, and glass, have become highly sought-after pieces.
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What is the price range for Eugène Printz lamps and light fixtures?The prices of Printz light fixtures vary considerably depending on their type and rarity, ranging from €2,500 to €208,190. Chandeliers range from €5,000 to €120,000, classic light fixtures from €2,500 to €150,000, and wall sconces from €8,410 to €208,190. These significant price differences reflect the influence of factors such as authenticity, condition, materials used, and the piece’s history.
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How can you authenticate an Eugène Printz lamp and determine its true value?Not all of Printz's lamps are signed, and some may be attributed to other artists who collaborated with him, which makes authentication difficult. We recommend that you request a free appraisal from Auctie's by filling out our online form: a certified expert or auctioneer will examine your item and provide you with an accurate estimate of its market value within 48 hours, with no obligation.
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Is this a good time to sell an Eugène Printz lamp?Yes, now is a good time to sell. Printz light fixtures enjoy consistent, enduring popularity on the auction market, thanks to their timeless minimalism and their ability to complement any interior. Since no manufacturer is currently producing these pieces, supply is limited, which keeps demand strong and prices high for authentic pieces in good condition.
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How does the appraisal process work at Auctie's, and how do I sell my items afterward?The appraisal is completely free and non-binding: fill out our online form, and a certified expert or auctioneer will contact you to examine your piece and provide you with an appraisal within 48 hours. If you decide to sell, our specialists will guide you through the process from start to finish, offering you the best options for selling your lamp at the best possible price, based on current market trends and the provenance of your piece.
