Jean MARAIS (1913-1998), in style. - Lot 5

Jean MARAIS (1913-1998), in style. Black enameled ceramic lamp signed by the artist, accompanied by its burgundy lampshade. Braided electric wire, in the artist's characteristic style. Height: 29 cm Jean Marais (1913-1998) was a French actor, director and writer, famous for his collaboration with director Jean Cocteau. He is best known for his roles in "La Belle et la Bête" (1946), where he played the Beast, and "Orphée" (1950). His career spanned several decades, in which he starred in adventure and fantasy films. Marais was also a committed writer and artist, and enjoyed a close and artistic relationship with Cocteau. His career and cinematic legacy make him one of the great figures of French cinema. He passed away in 1998.