Amphitrite Lamp by Charles-Octave Lévy, Late 19th century

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Lamp in brunette patina signed by the french sculptor charles-octave lévy (1840-1899).
a pupil of armand toussaint, lévy is decorated … Read more Lamp in brunette patina signed by the french sculptor charles-octave lévy (1840-1899).
a pupil of armand toussaint, lévy is decorated several times during his career.
the artist's famous works are notably "faire", "naiad" or "amphitrite".
it is precisely the latter that we present to you here.
amphitrite is a regulated test representing a nereid, daughter of nérée and doris, wife of poseidon.
this sculpture is based on a circular wooden throat base surrounded by a pink metal garland.
mythology enthusiasts will shed their passion thanks to this very good lamp.

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era: late 19th century

excellent condition.
reducing and operational electrification. Type of bulb: e14 (small cheek with screws).

dimensions:
width: 15 cm
depth: 15 cm
height: 44 cm

weight: 2.30 kg

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up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less