Three gilt swans support the candle arms of this lamp, their necks curved gracefully outward, wings folded back along the base — a detail that elevates it well beyond a simple candelabra form. Swans were a favored Empire-period motif, associated with elegance and often paired with laurel and shell ornament, exactly the combination seen in the pierced gallery and fluted central column here. Above, a painted tole shade continues the theme, decorated with hand-painted swans flanking a shell-form urn. It carries the character of an Empire-inspired interior, the kind of lamp built to be a genuine centerpiece on a desk or console table.
The lamp has a three-arm base with each faux candle sleeve supported by a modeled bronze swan figure, set around a pierced gallery rim and fluted central column. Above sits an oval tole shade painted with a pair of swans and scrolling foliate ornament in dark tones against a cream ground. The metal shows a mixed patina with some verdigris, and the faux candle sleeves show wear and losses to their painted drip details, visible in the photos.
This is offered as a single table lamp. It is in working order.
Each item is carefully and professionally packed and fully insured for worldwide shipping. All applicable tariffs and import duties are included in the price, so you will not be charged any additional fees on delivery. Returns are accepted within 30 days.
DETAILS
Materials: Bronze/brass with painted tole shade
Dimensions: 55 cm / 21.7 in high; base diameter 17.5 cm / 6.9 in; candle-level diameter 29 cm / 11.4 in; shade diameter 35 cm / 13.8 in (bottom), 28 cm / 11 in (top)
Weight: 2.6 kg
Style: Empire style bouillotte lamp, swan motif
Condition: Good used vintage condition; visible wear and small losses to faux candle sleeves; benefits from light cleaning. Please review all photos carefully.
Electrical: In working order
