Pigeon - Taperstick (2) - Brass, Glass

Authentic pair of antique French Pigeon lamps in brass, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.
These emblematic fixtures of French domestic lighting still retain their original blown-glass globes as well as their knobs and engraved inscriptions.

The cylindrical brass body bears the famous advertising marks:
« Lampe Pigeon garantie véritable »
as well as the well-known commercial warning:
« To the customer who will blow up a Pigeon lamp… »

Created by Charles Pigeon at the end of the 19th century, these mineral fuel lamps were designed as a safer alternative to traditional oil lamps. They have today become iconic objects of French industrial history and are highly sought after by collectors.

Dimensions:
Height: 24 cm
Diameter: 8 cm
Weight: approximately 1 kg per lamp
Total weight: 2 kg

Condition:
Good antique condition with superb brass patina.
Glasses present.
Signs of use and oxidation consistent with age.
To note: one mounting/handle shows a broken weld visible in the photographs.
Not tested.

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