The bouillotte lamp's low cluster of candle arms beneath an adjustable shade began as a card-table fixture in the Empire period, built to give steady light without dazzling the players seated around it. The form outlived the game entirely, becoming one of the most enduring silhouettes in French lighting — recognizable by its candle arms, its central column, and the shade that slides to control the glow.
This lamp, in the Empire style and made in France, follows that silhouette closely: two curved bronze arms hold candle-form lights, rising from a round, footed bronze base to meet a black tole shade banded in gold, topped with a distinctive arrow-shaped finial. Note how the arms curve outward from the central stem in a single continuous line rather than joining at a visible seam — the mark of a well-cast bouillotte form rather than a piece assembled from separate stamped parts. The black shade with gold trim gives the whole piece a striking, graphic silhouette against its own glow.
The lamp presents in good condition, as noted by the seller. It is ready for a desk, side table, or console.
It arrives professionally packed and fully insured — we handle the paperwork and worldwide shipping, with your choice of plug fitted to your country at no extra charge. Returns are accepted within 30 days.
DETAILS:
Materials: bronze, tole (metal) shade
Origin: France
Condition: good condition, per seller's note
Electrical: plug fitted to your country at no extra charge
