Alma lamp by Poltrona Frau, with leather base and glass diffuser, a symbol of Italian craftsmanship.

Alma | Lamp

Jean-Marie Massaud

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Alma table lamp is made of clear ribbed glass and consists of two overlapping bells to create a luminous hourglass. 

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Alma | Lamp

Jean-Marie Massaud
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Concept and Design

Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud and produced exclusively by hand by the master glassmakers of Murano, the Alma, Dido, Fede and Holly lamps (floor and table) stylishly light up the spaces of the contemporary home. Five light sculptures exalted by the purity of blown glass.

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Jean-Marie Massaud

Born in Toulouse in 1966, Jean-Marie Massaud graduated in 1990 from Les Ateliers, Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle, Paris. He began to work both in Asia and in France, finally opening his own office in Paris in 1994. Since than, he has dedicated himself to industrial and furniture design, building important relationships with brands such as Authentics, Baccarat and Magis. His collaboration with Marc Berthier and his work in the field of town planning led him towards design and architecture. He is concerned with design in various contexts, industrial products and furniture. His contextual approach centres on research into the essential, within which the individual remains the centre of attention. It is a work upheld by research into the senses, magic, and vital emotion which brings him to work with very different brands: Cassina, Poltrona Frau, Cappellini, Cacharel, Lancôme, Tronconi and Yamaha offshore.
His works have been awarded several prizes and many of his designs are nowadays on show in the design collections of the major museums worldwide: from Amsterdam, Chicago, London, Paris and Zurich: from the permanent collection of the Musée National d'Art Moderne de Paris to the permanent collections of the Museum für Gestaltung, Zürich, of The Chicago Athenaeum- Museum of Architecture and Design, of The Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam and of The Musée des arts Décoratifs, Paris.

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The Alma lamp is a luminous object that successfully combines sculptural presence and visual lightness in a particularly refined balance. Its shape, created through two overlapping bell forms that generate a kind of luminous hourglass, makes it ideal for anyone looking for a decorative yet essential table lamp, a light source capable of adding atmosphere without weighing down a space, and a glass furnishing accessory that highlights transparency, materiality, and artisanal craftsmanship.

 

In a contemporary living room, the Alma lamp works beautifully on a console table, sideboard, bookshelf, or low cabinet, where it immediately becomes a luminous accent capable of adding rhythm and depth to the space. It is particularly suitable for those seeking an elegant table lamp for the living room, especially when looking for a presence that does not visually dominate yet still manages to stand out. The transparency of the glass and the disciplined design of its form make it perfect for spaces where light must contribute to the interior design project even when switched off.

 

The Alma lamp is also highly suitable for the bedroom, where it can be placed on a nightstand, storage cabinet, or in a carefully designed corner of the room. In this context, it responds perfectly to the desire for sophisticated ambient lighting, capable of accompanying evening moments with a quiet yet distinctive presence. It is ideal for those who want an elegant, tactile, and cohesive bedroom where lighting also contributes to overall comfort.

 

Thanks to the hand-blown glass crafted by Murano master glassmakers, this lamp speaks directly to people who appreciate Italian craftsmanship, the quality of glass as a furnishing material, and objects that combine functionality with decorative value. It is not simply a light source but a small work of domestic art, suitable for those who carefully choose the elements that shape the atmosphere of their home and seek details capable of expressing a culture of design.

 

The Alma lamp is also a highly convincing choice for those who love soft luxury, contemporary, modern-classic, or warm minimalist interiors. The ribbed glass, hourglass shape, and purity of the composition make it suitable for anyone seeking a sophisticated yet understated lamp capable of harmonizing with dark woods, leather, metals, marble, and textile surfaces without competing with other furnishings. In well-designed interiors, it brings lightness, verticality, and a note of refined discretion.

 

It can also find a compelling place in a private study, an impressive entryway, or a formal residential space. In these settings, it answers the need for a dramatic yet measured light source that makes the environment feel more welcoming and carefully curated. It is suitable for those who want lighting not only to serve a technical purpose but also to express a more cultured and personal style of living.

 

In high-end hospitality and contract settings, the Alma lamp integrates seamlessly into suites, lounges, premium guest rooms, sitting areas, and reception spaces where atmosphere plays a central role. Here it meets the need to create elegant and memorable lighting while enhancing the overall image of the space. It is an ideal solution for those seeking accent lighting that communicates quality, attention to detail, and a quieter, more refined form of luxury.

 

For the people it appeals to, Alma resonates with those looking for a designer lamp for sophisticated interiors, those who appreciate transparency and handcrafted glass, and those who want a lighting accessory capable of completing an interior with elegance and lightness. It is particularly interesting for anyone wishing to introduce a recognizable design object into a room while maintaining an airy, subtle, and never intrusive presence.

 

The Alma lamp is therefore an exceptionally focused choice for anyone seeking a blown-glass table lamp for elegant interiors, atmospheric lighting for a living room or bedroom, and a luminous object that combines craftsmanship, transparency, and decorative impact in an extremely pure form.