Francois-Raoul Larche 'Loie Fuller' Table Lamp

Name: Francois-Raoul Larche 'Loie Fuller' Table Lamp
Brand: François-Raoul Larche
Price: 33000 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Francois-Raoul Larche 'Loie Fuller' Gilt Bronze Figural Table Lamp The pinnacle of bronze Art Nouveau lamps for your consideration. This particular Raoul Larch lamp has a beautiful bronze gilt color which is not a bright gold. The chasing is exquisite and the condition is almost flawless with only traces of verdigris and zero other condition issues. The two light fixture have been tested and work perfectly. The full sun photos make the lamp look more golden than indoors where the Lamp has a subdued bronze patinaed color. LOÏE FULLER (1862 - 1928) "the theatrical form of poetry par excellence" "the dizzyness of soul made visible by an artifice" Stéphane Mallarmé (French Symbolist poet 1842 - 1898) The word 'Icon' has become an overused and somewhat devalued word at the beginning of this century, but Loie Fuller, the inspiration for Raoul Larche's (1860-1912) gilt-bronze figural lamp was a true icon at the end of the 19th Century and embodied, as a performer, the spirit of Art Nouveau. An American, born in Chicago in 1862, she débuted at the Folie Bergeres in 1892 and took Paris and the Art world by storm inspiring so many artists with her sensational 'Serpentine' dances. She specifically choreographed using electricity, the technical phenomena of the age, and using swathes of voluminous silk on bamboo extensions to emphasize her fluid, flowing movements she epitomized the sensuality and excitement of the age. "For many painters and poets, especially those attracted to or associated with the Symbolist movement, Fuller's performances embodied everything they hoped to accomplish in their work. Expressive yet barely mimetic, beautiful yet utterly modern, and with the suggestion of transport to otherworldly realms, her synthesis of color, movement, and music resonated deeply with other artists who saw her." Carolyn Sinsky, Signed Raoul Larche with Siot Decauville foundry seal to base, Dimensions: 18 Inches Hign x 11 Inches long and 8 Inches wide. Provenance: The Late Estate Collection of Dr. Thomas Chua Condition: Excellent with no damage or repairs. Verdigris. Rewired with switch. AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return policy if the items are not as described. Please also consider Avantique’s eclectic bronze collection including Barye, Barrias, Mene, Moigniez, Paillet, Paillard, Fratin, Picault, Tiffany Studios, and Cain among others. We strive to collect the highest quality sculptures in exceptional condition.

Creator:

François-Raoul Larche (Artist)

Dimensions:

Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)

Power Source:

Plug-in

Voltage:

110-150v

Lampshade:

Not Included

Style:

Art Nouveau (Of the Period)