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French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp
Elmgarden
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French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
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French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp

A lovely piece, adapted from an original oil lamp, the lamp has a single brass sconce and opposite we can see the secretary bird both set on the oil reservoir, the lamp comes with its original adjustable toleware shade set with quill

A Very traditional design, the shade is in its original slightly shabby Dark Green and Gold

The lamp is all working and in good condition for its age

The lamp is 24” tall, 13” long and 9” wide

CS159

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this French Toleware Desk Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA1079369
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CS159
Description
French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp

A lovely piece, adapted from an original oil lamp, the lamp has a single brass sconce and opposite we can see the secretary bird both set on the oil reservoir, the lamp comes with its original adjustable toleware shade set with quill

A Very traditional design, the shade is in its original slightly shabby Dark Green and Gold

The lamp is all working and in good condition for its age

The lamp is 24” tall, 13” long and 9” wide

CS159

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Toleware Desk Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079369
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CS159
Elmgarden
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A French Neoclassical desk lamp featuring a dark green painted metal shade with gold stencilling mounted on a cast brass base with a swan-head neck motif.
French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp
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A French Neoclassical desk lamp featuring a dark green painted metal shade with gold stencilling mounted on a cast brass base with a swan-head neck motif.
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Toleware refers to painted or lacquered tinplate objects, originating in 18th-century Europe as durable decorative homeware. Toleware lamps feature hand-painted metal shades, often rendered in deep green or red with gilt motifs, reflecting Neoclassical and French Empire design aesthetics.

These lamps are typically constructed from rolled sheet iron or tin that has been enamelled or lacquered, paired with heavy cast brass or bronze bases. The shades are mounted on a central stem and decorated with gilded stencilling or hand-painted botanical detailing.

Authentic period pieces display natural signs of age, such as slight oxidisation on the brass surfaces, soft wear to the lacquer, and heavy cast metal fittings. Look for traditional adjustment mechanisms, screw keys, and Neoclassical decorative motifs such as arrows, palmettes, or stylized swan heads.

Place the lamp on a dark wood writing desk, a contemporary console table, or inside a home library to introduce classical structure and warm ambient lighting. Pair it with tailored soft furnishings, leather desk accessories, or modern artwork to create visual contrast.

Dust the painted shade gently using a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners or harsh chemicals that could dissolve the lacquer or gilt stencil work. Maintain the brass base with a clean, dry cotton cloth to preserve its aged patina rather than applying abrasive metal polishes.
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