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Ostrich Egg Lamp by Maison Charles

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France, circa 1940 A large brass lamp with ostrich egg supported in a spray of acanthus leaves, all supported on a gadrooned cylinder atop a square plinth base with laurel leaf roundel. Height of lamp 45.00cm Height with shade 74.00cm Width of base 14.00cm. Please note: This is currently wired for the UK with BC bulb fitting, twisted bronze silk flex, torpedo switch, and 13amp plug. Please enquire for rewiring services. Lampshade not included.
  • Creator:
    Maison Charles (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Diameter: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU957333173592

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