Details
Description
Finders Keepers is the way I think of this 19th century candelabra base that was converted into a lamp, I …
Read more
Finders Keepers is the way I think of this 19th century candelabra base that was converted into a lamp, I suppose when electricity became the norm. I found this in a corner on the floor of my favorite antique store two or so years ago. I actually uploaded one of the original photos. I love it because it stopped me, even in its neglected state: with its old original silk cord and antique plug. And layer and layers of dark rust with only a hint of patina underneath.
So I took it to LAMF for rewiring, even though it did work with its ancient plug. Just for safety.
Our appraiser says it was converted from a candelabra at some point in its life to a column lamp. It is cast bronze in the form of a spiral vine branch, on a tripod stepped base with upturned floral base and cloven hoofs, with an Ionic column top. Love the cloven hooves -- a lamp with a sense of humor!
It is heavy: 17 pounds or almost 8 kilos.
We received dueling opinions on the lamp's origins. One appraiser says it is Italian in the 18th century style, or even 17th century style, but executed in the 1800s. Our formal appraiser describes it as French, 19th century.
Nobody agreed with my idea that it was Hollywood Regency. Too good to be Hollywood style, they say.
Frustrating that some of the gilt patina was removed during cleaning, but a really whimsical and rare piece that provides a glimpse into 19th century style and design! The diffuser shade was added on and is not original, but could be shipped in a separate box if you like.
See less
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 7ʺD × 27ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
This lamp is in perfect working order. It is ready to be pressed into service for the next 100 years. …
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. more
This lamp is in perfect working order. It is ready to be pressed into service for the next 100 years. It has been professionally rewired. But some of the original gilt could be restored by a professional if you desired . Shiny is beautiful sometimes.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Related Collections
- Ralph Lauren Home Table Lamps
- Marge Carson Table Lamps
- Green Glass Table Lamps
- Hermès Table Lamps
- Pewter Finish Table Lamps
- Embossed Leather Table Lamps
- Lava Table Lamps
- Vivai del Sud Table Lamps
- Etruscan Revival Table Lamps
- Borghese Table Lamps
- Worcester Porcelain Table Lamps
- Kalmar Lighting Table Lamps
- Deruta Table Lamps
- Hollywood at Home Table Lamps
- Greta Von Nessen Table Lamps
- Lyngby Porcelain Table Lamps
- Arzbeg Porcelain Table Lamps
- Fratelli Fanciullacci Table Lamps
- Josef Hoffmann Table Lamps
- Lamps by Hilliard Table Lamps
- Hilliard Lamps Table Lamps
- Pax Lighting Table Lamps
- Gucci Table Lamps
- Hans Wegner Table Lamps
- Polished Gold Finish Table Lamps