1960s French Empire Hunter Green Tole and Brass Swan Bouillotte Lamp

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Spectacular and Exceptionally Heavy 1950s French Empire Style Solid Cast Brass and Hunter Green Tole 3-Light Bouillotte Table Lamp. Featuring … Read more Spectacular and Exceptionally Heavy 1950s French Empire Style Solid Cast Brass and Hunter Green Tole 3-Light Bouillotte Table Lamp. Featuring magnificent neoclassical Swan arms and an iconic Bow and Arrow decorative shade assembly. Masterfully handcrafted in France circa 1950s-1960s. Professionally restored, thoroughly hand-polished, and showroom-ready.

Elevate your interior architecture with this magnificent, highly sophisticated statement desk lamp standing at a grand 27.0-inch vertical height and weighing a substantial 9.53 lbs. Executed in the opulent Napoleonic French Empire style with powerful Hollywood Regency undertones, the substantial solid brass body displays an outstanding original golden depth, enriched by a warm historical luster and an authentic untouched dark vintage patina in the deeply recessed details.

The structural centerpiece features three extraordinary, heavily chased arms masterfully cast as graceful imperial swans with detailed layered wings and elegantly curved necks holding ornate leaf-molded candle cups with clean cream sleeves. The central shaft supports the original enameled steel "Tole" oval shade-reflector finished in a stunning high-gloss Hunter Green, detailed with a pierced braided brass ribbon gallery rim. The shade is secured by a highly theatrical structural crossbar modeled as a classical warrior's bow and fletched arrow, terminating in a detailed stylized serpent head finial. The entire assembly is crowned with a pierced floral wreath ring handle. The base is configured as a heavy, deeply recessed card-counter saucer dish adorned with an integrated repeating geometric coin-edge frieze. Due to its impressive 27-inch scale, rare avian iconography, and flawless contrast, this curated luxury fixture serves as an unparalleled architectural statement piece for executive mahogany desks, stately library tables, or formal living salon consoles.

MATERIALS, DESIGN AND CONDITION:
• The Structure & Artisan Metalwork: High-quality solid cast brass and heavy-gauge stamped steel tole shade finished in premium Hunter Green enamel. The framework is in excellent structurally sound condition, showcasing a deep, gorgeous period-correct golden patina with honest minor signs of historical age.
• Artisan Restoration & Safety: Professionally and completely restored by a specialist technician in our workshop. Meticulously disassembled, thoroughly cleaned, and fully rewired with a brand-new premium gold-toned twisted silk-covered electrical cord, matching inline switch, and a standard US plug. 100% functional, structurally secure, and operational straight out of the box!
• US Electrical Compatibility: Fully compatible with the United States 110V-120V electrical grids (as well as 220V-240V international grids). The lamp is equipped with three (3) brand-new, ultra-safe European E14 sockets hidden inside the candle sleeves, completely eliminating vintage electrical risks. For a seamless installation in the United States, you have either use standard E14-to-E12 brass candelabra adapters combined with standard American E12 bulbs , or simply purchase standard E14 LED light bulbs configured for 110V-120V voltage, which are widely and easily available on US. Recommended maximum wattage is 40W per socket for traditional incandescent bulbs. However, if you choose to use modern energy-saving LED bulbs, there is absolutely no wattage limit—you can use any high-brightness LED equivalent to achieve your desired level of brilliant illumination, as LED bulbs generate virtually no heat. Light bulbs are not included. Ready for immediate plug-in use!

DIMENSIONS:
• Total Vertical Height (To the top wreath handle): 27.0 inches
• Maximum Width (Diameter of the tole shade): 16.0 inches
• Diameter of the Saucer Base: 4.75 inches
• Total Weight: 9.53 lbs

SHIPPING & IMPORT POLICY (100% DDP)
FOR US CUSTOMERS: The shipping rate shown is premium and all-inclusive. In strict compliance with US import regulations, our gallery 100% pre-pays and covers:
• ALL international customs duties
• ALL import clearance and broker fees
What this means for you: Absolute peace of mind. You will experience zero hidden customs clearance fees, unexpected clearance invoices, or delivery surcharges upon arrival.
• Speed: Shipped worldwide via premium tracked DHL Express (3–7 business days transit straight to your doorstep).
• Safety: Meticulously packed using professional multi-layered custom padding and reinforced housing to ensure a flawless, showroom-ready arrival. See less