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Pair French 19th Century Napoleon III Empire Style Gilt-Bronze Urn Table Lamps

About the Item

A fine pair of French 19th century Napoleon III Empire style patinated-bronze and gilt-bronze mounted allegorical covered urn vases lamps in the manner of Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751–1843). The ovoid campana-shaped noire enameled urns, surmounted twin handles and gilt-bronze mounts of dancing maidens allegorical to the Empire reign, both raised on a square plinth surmounted with Empire style wreaths and harps. (Now converted to table lamps - electrified). Both lamps fitted with recent cream color silk shades. Circa: Paris, 1870-1880. Measures: Height of Urns: 21 7/8 inches (70.8 cm) Overall Height: 36 3/4 inches (93.4 cm) Width: 8 3/4 inches (22.3 cm) Depth: 8 3/4 inches (22.3 cm) Base: 6 inches by 6 inches (15.3 cm x 15.3 cm).
  • Similar to:
    Pierre-Philippe Thomire (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.75 in (93.35 cm)Diameter: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Style:
    Empire (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Silk,Gilt,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870-1880
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: 1. Converted into lamps. 2. The noire (black) enamel appears to have been redone. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A truly beautiful pair of urns, now lamps. Overall condition is very good with minor age wear. All gilt is original and the gilt-bronze mounts have fine detail. The black enamel background appears to have been redone. Please view all images.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A2540 1stDibs: LU1796223783902

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