Desk lamp - Bronze - Bouillotte Lamp

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Bronze lamp from France, dating to 1980–1990, with a circular gilded base, a vertical stem with a decorative ring, and a dark green conical metal shade with a delicate gold foliage motif; height 39 cm, width 16.5 cm, depth 35 cm, weight 835 g, one fitting, in good used condition with patina and in working order.

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A superb Bouillotte lamp, or reading chandelier, with a light attributed to the Lucien Gau house.

It features a magnificent circular brass base gilded in gold, a vertical stem ending with a decorative ring and a conical shade in dark green metal, adorned with a delicate decoration of gold foliage. Its adjustable stem system traditionally allows adapting the height of the shade according to lighting needs.

The candle-shaped bulb holder reinforces its old-fashioned character, while the patina of the brass and the signs of time grant it a beautiful authenticity.

This Bouillotte lamp will bring a touch of character to an office, a library, a console, or a classic and refined interior. A decorative piece sought after by lovers of antique luminaires and charming objects.

Characteristics:

Style: classic, Empire-inspired or Napoleon III
Materials: brass and painted metal
Colors: deep green and gold
Electrical lighting
Condition: signs of wear and ancient patina visible in the photographs
Attribution: Lucien Gau
Dimensions
Height 39 cm
Shade diameter 12.5 cm
Weight 835 grams

A beautiful decorative piece, elegant and full of personality.

A superb Bouillotte lamp, or reading chandelier, with a light attributed to the Lucien Gau house.

It features a magnificent circular brass base gilded in gold, a vertical stem ending with a decorative ring and a conical shade in dark green metal, adorned with a delicate decoration of gold foliage. Its adjustable stem system traditionally allows adapting the height of the shade according to lighting needs.

The candle-shaped bulb holder reinforces its old-fashioned character, while the patina of the brass and the signs of time grant it a beautiful authenticity.

This Bouillotte lamp will bring a touch of character to an office, a library, a console, or a classic and refined interior. A decorative piece sought after by lovers of antique luminaires and charming objects.

Characteristics:

Style: classic, Empire-inspired or Napoleon III
Materials: brass and painted metal
Colors: deep green and gold
Electrical lighting
Condition: signs of wear and ancient patina visible in the photographs
Attribution: Lucien Gau
Dimensions
Height 39 cm
Shade diameter 12.5 cm
Weight 835 grams

A beautiful decorative piece, elegant and full of personality.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Bouillotte Lamp
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
39 cm
Width
16.5 cm
Depth
35 cm
Weight
835 g
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1980-1990
FranceVerified
19
Objects sold
Private

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