Table lamp (2) - Empire Baroque - Ceramic, Glass, Brass, Textile - Set
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Selected by Constance Rousseau
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Estimate € 180 - € 220
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This pair of working Empire-style table lamps, model Empire Barock, dates from 1960–1970 and combines glass, ceramic, brass and textile, with fluted glass columns and cream fabric shades.
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Description from the seller
A particularly elegant and decorative pair of table lamps in classic Empire style, executed with stunning transparent glass shafts, richly decorated capitals, and refined gold-colored accents.
These two matching table lamps are inspired by monumental architecture and the refined formal language of classical antiquity, as reflected in the Empire style.
The lamps are characterized by their stately, architectural design and harmonious combination of glass, dark ornaments, and glossy gold-colored details.
Classical design and special details
The most striking element of these lamps is formed by the tall, transparent glass shafts.
The shafts feature vertical flutes, causing the glass to capture and reflect ambient light in a beautiful way. This creates a particularly elegant and refined effect.
Atop each glass shaft there is a richly decorated capital, finished in a dark bronze color.
These capitals are inspired by the classical Ionic column order and are characterized by the characteristic spiral volutes on either side.
The decorative capitals are also adorned with delicate relief ornaments with floral motifs, which reinforce the lamps' classical character.
Under the glass shafts lie glossy gold-colored mounts, consisting of several concentric rings.
These form a beautiful contrast with the dark, square and stepped pedestals.
The combination of transparent glass, gold-colored accents, and dark ornaments gives the lamps a timeless and luxurious appearance.
Elegant matching lamp shades
Both lamps are fitted with matching, light cream-colored fabric lampshades with an elegant, slightly tapering silhouette.
The warm color of the shades harmonizes particularly well with the gold-colored details of the lamp bases.
When the lamps are lit, they emit a pleasant warm and atmospheric light.
The transparent glass shafts subtly reflect the light, while the dark capitals and gold-colored elements are accentuated even more.
Thus the lamps come into their own beautifully both during the day and in the evening.
Versatile and stylish decoration
Because of their classic look, these lamps are particularly suitable for a wide range of interior styles.
They look splendid in a classic, antique, or country interior, but can also form a striking and stylish contrast within a modern interior.
As a symmetric pair they are ideally placed on a sideboard, a fireplace surround, two side tables, or flanking a sofa or bed.
The stately design gives any room a sense of elegance, calm, and refinement.
A particularly elegant and decorative pair of table lamps in classic Empire style, executed with stunning transparent glass shafts, richly decorated capitals, and refined gold-colored accents.
These two matching table lamps are inspired by monumental architecture and the refined formal language of classical antiquity, as reflected in the Empire style.
The lamps are characterized by their stately, architectural design and harmonious combination of glass, dark ornaments, and glossy gold-colored details.
Classical design and special details
The most striking element of these lamps is formed by the tall, transparent glass shafts.
The shafts feature vertical flutes, causing the glass to capture and reflect ambient light in a beautiful way. This creates a particularly elegant and refined effect.
Atop each glass shaft there is a richly decorated capital, finished in a dark bronze color.
These capitals are inspired by the classical Ionic column order and are characterized by the characteristic spiral volutes on either side.
The decorative capitals are also adorned with delicate relief ornaments with floral motifs, which reinforce the lamps' classical character.
Under the glass shafts lie glossy gold-colored mounts, consisting of several concentric rings.
These form a beautiful contrast with the dark, square and stepped pedestals.
The combination of transparent glass, gold-colored accents, and dark ornaments gives the lamps a timeless and luxurious appearance.
Elegant matching lamp shades
Both lamps are fitted with matching, light cream-colored fabric lampshades with an elegant, slightly tapering silhouette.
The warm color of the shades harmonizes particularly well with the gold-colored details of the lamp bases.
When the lamps are lit, they emit a pleasant warm and atmospheric light.
The transparent glass shafts subtly reflect the light, while the dark capitals and gold-colored elements are accentuated even more.
Thus the lamps come into their own beautifully both during the day and in the evening.
Versatile and stylish decoration
Because of their classic look, these lamps are particularly suitable for a wide range of interior styles.
They look splendid in a classic, antique, or country interior, but can also form a striking and stylish contrast within a modern interior.
As a symmetric pair they are ideally placed on a sideboard, a fireplace surround, two side tables, or flanking a sofa or bed.
The stately design gives any room a sense of elegance, calm, and refinement.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Empire
Title additional information
Set
Number of objects
2
Material
Brass, Ceramic, Glass, Textile
Model
Empire Baroque
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
50 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
