Column floor lamp - Bronze
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An antique Empire-style bronze floor lamp with a caryatid figure and three lights, dating from around 1900.
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Neo-classical column lamp with a Caryatid figure, three lights - 19th Century.
Standing lamp in bronze, brass and other patinated metals, featuring a tall column set on a circular molded base decorated with friezes inspired by classical motifs.
The upper part incorporates a draped female figure, represented as a caryatid and holding an ornate cup. From this part emerge three curved arms, adorned with acanthus leaves and other vegetal motifs, ending in candle holders and electrical sockets. The composition is inspired by French candelabra and torcheres of Empire and Neoclassical styles.
- Probable origin: Continental Europe, possibly France or Italy
- Probable era: late 19th century – early decades of the 20th century
- Style: Neoclassical / Empire Revival
- Materials: bronze, brass and patinated metal
- Lighting: three lights
- Dimensions: 143 × 30 × 30 cm
The figure may represent a classical allegory or a bearer of offerings.
Good overall condition, with signs of use consistent with age.
Neo-classical column lamp with a Caryatid figure, three lights - 19th Century.
Standing lamp in bronze, brass and other patinated metals, featuring a tall column set on a circular molded base decorated with friezes inspired by classical motifs.
The upper part incorporates a draped female figure, represented as a caryatid and holding an ornate cup. From this part emerge three curved arms, adorned with acanthus leaves and other vegetal motifs, ending in candle holders and electrical sockets. The composition is inspired by French candelabra and torcheres of Empire and Neoclassical styles.
- Probable origin: Continental Europe, possibly France or Italy
- Probable era: late 19th century – early decades of the 20th century
- Style: Neoclassical / Empire Revival
- Materials: bronze, brass and patinated metal
- Lighting: three lights
- Dimensions: 143 × 30 × 30 cm
The figure may represent a classical allegory or a bearer of offerings.
Good overall condition, with signs of use consistent with age.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire Style
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
143 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
circa 1900
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