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Rare Pair of French 18th c. Tole Lamps

$6,900per set
£5,268.71per set
€5,998.61per set
CA$9,688.69per set
A$10,591.63per set
CHF 5,603.45per set
MX$126,745.93per set
NOK 71,295.87per set
SEK 65,264.16per set
DKK 44,805.93per set

About the Item

Rare pair of Directoire period Bouillotte tole lamps in original black and gilt lacquer paint, having swan handles, vasiform bodies and plinth base, now electrified (fitted to inside shade, so the candlestick has never been drilled - making them rare survivors). France, circa 1795.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Directoire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1795
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. good original antique condition, original tole decoration.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000019551stDibs: LU798346448102

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