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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.
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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.
️ 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"
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- Dimensions
- 4.75ʺW × 4.75ʺD × 17.25ʺL
- Styles
- Neoclassical
- Lamp Shade
- Included
- Styled After
- Maison Jansen
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- White Bronze Finish
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Power Sources
- Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Excellent condition. Paper shades in very good condition, too.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Excellent condition. Paper shades in very good condition, too.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
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