A Family Business

Founded in 1948 by Henri Mathieu in the Chutes-Lavie district of Marseille, the Mathieu Lustrerie Atelier has always associated its name with the art of the light.

A family business in Provence

Chandeliers seemingly destined to disappear, being dethroned by halogens, Henri Mathieu created a collection of lighting in 1970s of brushed aluminum blades, treating lights as sculpture. After Henri’s untimely death in 1982 the workshop was run by his wife Yvette. Then in early 1990 their son, Regis Mathieu just 19 years of age, assumed the helm.

Fascinated by «beautiful things» since childhood, he immediately understands that his future is linked to history. He expands sales to the United States and the Middle East, bringing the French style to a prestigious clientele. Always in search of excellence, he turns to the directors of historic monuments; here he develops a unique expertise, working in close collaboration with architects.

Régis Mathieu

Artisan, entrepreneur, expert, collector, designer, philanthropist. Régis Mathieu is an unclassifiable phenomenon who never ceases to amaze by always being where you do not expect him.

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Expertise

The lighting of historic monuments, museums, and venerable homes often suffers from the scars of time, revolution or the reversal of fortune. Our atelier is capable of authentically refabricating any light fixture to the specification of its archives, drawings or photos.

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References in Restoration

Collections

We have acquired a collection of over 600 exceptional chandeliers, spanning from the 15th century to today, that are showcased in both the Mathieu Museum and the Régis Mathieu Gallery. The objects of light are always presented alongside works of art, inviting you to walk through the history of art with us.

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Mise-en-lumière

Our bulbs burn the color of a flame with longevity. They allow the freedom to exist alongside more decidedly contemporary forms.

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Transmissions

25 years after taking over the family business, Régis Mathieu is implementing, around his workshops and the Mathieu MUSEUM, the Mathieu TRANSMISSIONS.

The goal of these programs are to perpetuate professional tradition, transmit technical know-how, provide information on the art of lighting throughout history and better anchor your business on current societal developments.