Lamp (2) - Gilt bronze - Louis XVI Classics
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Two bronze gilt lamps in a neoclassical Louis XVI style, made in Spain, dating to 1950–1960, in good used condition and in working order, each measuring 31 cm high, 14 cm wide and 14 cm deep.
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They are two lamps that faithfully embody the spirit of Louis XVI reinterpreted in mid-20th-century decoration, when workshops still turned to gilt bronze to produce domestic pieces with a classical, orderly, and elegant presence. Here baroqueness disappears and neoclassical sobriety takes the stage, with its taste for symmetry, proportion, and stylized vegetal motifs.
The design unfolds on a wide, fluted base, almost like a small architectural plinth that provides stability and solemnity. Above it rises a shaft decorated with grooves and fine reliefs, where the ornamentation is never excessive: everything is measured, balanced, thought to suggest refinement rather than exuberance. Acanthus leaves appear, yes, but no longer in undulating volumes, rather tamed by the neoclassical order, transformed into an elegant and restrained motif.
The gilded bronze provides that warm, classical tone, with a soft patina that enhances the grooves and reliefs without losing the sense of a solid, well-crafted piece. The white socket and modern electrification reveal their mid-20th-century manufacture, but the formal language is fully Louis XVI: verticality, clarity of lines, sober ornamentation, and an air of distinction that works both in classical interiors and in contemporary spaces seeking a historic accent.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateThey are two lamps that faithfully embody the spirit of Louis XVI reinterpreted in mid-20th-century decoration, when workshops still turned to gilt bronze to produce domestic pieces with a classical, orderly, and elegant presence. Here baroqueness disappears and neoclassical sobriety takes the stage, with its taste for symmetry, proportion, and stylized vegetal motifs.
The design unfolds on a wide, fluted base, almost like a small architectural plinth that provides stability and solemnity. Above it rises a shaft decorated with grooves and fine reliefs, where the ornamentation is never excessive: everything is measured, balanced, thought to suggest refinement rather than exuberance. Acanthus leaves appear, yes, but no longer in undulating volumes, rather tamed by the neoclassical order, transformed into an elegant and restrained motif.
The gilded bronze provides that warm, classical tone, with a soft patina that enhances the grooves and reliefs without losing the sense of a solid, well-crafted piece. The white socket and modern electrification reveal their mid-20th-century manufacture, but the formal language is fully Louis XVI: verticality, clarity of lines, sober ornamentation, and an air of distinction that works both in classical interiors and in contemporary spaces seeking a historic accent.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Louis XVI Style
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Title additional information
Louis XVI Classics
Number of objects
2
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Spain
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
31 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
14 cm
Colour
Gold
Estimated period
1950-1960
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