Abat-jour is a handcrafted lampshade atelier in the centre of Udine, founded by Michael Genovese in 2011.
Passionate about furniture, lighting and design, Michael moved from Friuli-Venezia Giulia to Rome for a while to learn the craft from one of the city’s best lampshade makers, watching him work in his workshop.
He then continued to practice by taking apart and reassembling lampshades made by other masters. With perseverance, patience and dedication, he began to master the traditional techniques of lamp and lampshade making and, at the age of 21, opened his first workshop in his home town.
Today he makes custom-made abat-jours, wall lamps and chandeliers in all styles, from the most classic to the most contemporary and eclectic. Each piece is handcrafted, each stitch made by hand, to guarantee a result of the highest quality and a truly bespoke piece of art. Just like a bespoke suit, Michael is able to create lighting to suit any environment, style or occasion.
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