Table lamp - Metal - Bouillotte lamp
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Bouillotte lamp in metal with a silver finish, two fittings, 58 cm high, 24 cm wide, 10 cm deep, weighing 2 kg, made in France and dating to 1920–1930 in Empire antique style, electrified and in excellent working condition.
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Description from the seller
This antique lighting fixture is known as a bouillotte lamp (or lampe bougeoir à écran), a style that originated in late 18th-century France for use during card games like Bouillotte.
Key Characteristics
Design: This specific model features a two-light design with an adjustable bronze or silver-plated screen. The screen was originally intended to be lowered as the candles burned down, protecting the players' eyes from the glare.
Era and Style: Similar pieces are often dated to the 19th century and frequently reflect Louis XV or Empire styling.
Modern Adaptation: While originally designed for wax candles, this piece has been electrified, a common conversion for antique bouillotte lamps to make them functional for modern use.
The silver‑plated lamp shows oxidation and requires a proper cleaning. Otherwise in a perfect working condition.
Similar Market Finds
Items matching this design have been found across various antique platforms:
Antique Bronze Table Lamp: A version with two lights and a similar silhouette was listed for approximately €950.
Silver-Plated Library Candelabrum: High-end silver versions from the same period have appeared in major auctions like Sotheby's.
Empire Style Bronze: A similar bouillotte lamp with an adjustable screen and lion-paw base was priced around €400 on secondary markets
This antique lighting fixture is known as a bouillotte lamp (or lampe bougeoir à écran), a style that originated in late 18th-century France for use during card games like Bouillotte.
Key Characteristics
Design: This specific model features a two-light design with an adjustable bronze or silver-plated screen. The screen was originally intended to be lowered as the candles burned down, protecting the players' eyes from the glare.
Era and Style: Similar pieces are often dated to the 19th century and frequently reflect Louis XV or Empire styling.
Modern Adaptation: While originally designed for wax candles, this piece has been electrified, a common conversion for antique bouillotte lamps to make them functional for modern use.
The silver‑plated lamp shows oxidation and requires a proper cleaning. Otherwise in a perfect working condition.
Similar Market Finds
Items matching this design have been found across various antique platforms:
Antique Bronze Table Lamp: A version with two lights and a similar silhouette was listed for approximately €950.
Silver-Plated Library Candelabrum: High-end silver versions from the same period have appeared in major auctions like Sotheby's.
Empire Style Bronze: A similar bouillotte lamp with an adjustable screen and lion-paw base was priced around €400 on secondary markets
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Empire
Title additional information
Bouillotte lamp
No. of items
1
Material
Metal
Country of Origin
France
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
58 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
2 kg
Colour
Silver
Number Of Fittings
2
Estimated period
1920-1930
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