Maison Jensen Style Gilt Neoclassical Table Lamps a Pair

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Pair of neoclassical gilt-bronze (ormolu) bouillotte-style lamps, likely French or French-inspired, dating from the mid-20th century — circa 1950–1970.

️ … Read more Pair of neoclassical gilt-bronze (ormolu) bouillotte-style lamps, likely French or French-inspired, dating from the mid-20th century — circa 1950–1970.

️ Description
• Form: The bases are fluted and decorated in the Louis XVI style with acanthus leaf and laurel detailing.
• Finish: Bright gold ormolu (gilt bronze or brass).
• Column: White “candlestick” form stems evoke early French bouillotte lamps that originally held candles.
• Shades: Tapered trapezoid red paper shades trimmed with gold, replacing the traditional metal tole shades of earlier versions.
• Finial: Classical pineapple or flame motif, typical of French decorative arts.

️ Maker Attribution

While there are no visible markings in the photo, lamps of this exact type were produced by several Parisian and American high-end makers:
• Maison Jansen (Paris)
• Chapman Manufacturing Co.
There is a line switch with two power levels for light.
Each lamp weighs close to 4 pounds, they are very substancial in wieght and delicate in size.
Shade Upper Diameter: 4.25", Lower Diameter 10",, Height 7" See less