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Outstanding Pair of Ormolu Lamps Circa 1875
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Outstanding Pair of Ormolu Lamps Circa 1875

19th century
Sold 9 May 2025 · Frank Craig Antiques
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A good and large Pair of most decorative lamps. The very weighty bases would indicate that these would originally have been oil Lamps and converted to electricity in the Edwardian period, say around 1900. No photographic image of this outstanding pair of Lamps could do them justice. They remain in original uncleaned condition having come straight from a property.

These lamps would suit a variety of rooms and certainly make a statement and enhance the decor of a fine home

Prior to delivery each would be rewired and PAT tested to conform with modern safety regulations.

For further decorative items, please view our stock page here.

Or for a larger inventory visit our website. www.frankcraigantiques.com.

Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated these Antique Ormolu Lamps to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1123428
Dealers Internal Reference
1642
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Description
A good and large Pair of most decorative lamps.
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The very weighty bases would indicate that these would originally have been oil Lamps and converted to electricity in the Edwardian period, say around 1900.
Frank Craig Antiques

No photographic image of this outstanding pair of Lamps could do them justice. They remain in original uncleaned condition having come straight from a property.

fig 1. A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts.
fig 1. Outstanding Pair of Ormolu Lamps Circa 1875

These lamps would suit a variety of rooms and certainly make a statement and enhance the decor of a fine home

Prior to delivery each would be rewired and PAT tested to conform with modern safety regulations.

For further decorative items, please view our stock page here.

Or for a larger inventory visit our website. www.frankcraigantiques.com.

Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated these Antique Ormolu Lamps to the Victorian era.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123428
Dealers Internal Ref
1642
Frank Craig Antiques
Frank Craig Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Decorative antiques and works of art. Silver jewellery paintings clocks & curios . We can deliver worldwide.

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Archive I A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Outstanding Pair of Ormolu Lamps Circa 1875

Archive II A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts. View II
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Archive VI A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts. View VI
Archive VII A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts. View VII
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A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts.
Outstanding pair of Ormolu lamps circa 1875
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A pair of ornate antique ormolu table lamps featuring classical tripod bases with winged caryatid mounts and fluted column shafts.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian / Second Empire
  • MaterialOrmolu, Gilt Bronze, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsWinged caryatids, Tripod scroll feet, Fluted columns, Acanthus leaves
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

Ormolu refers to gilded bronze, a technique involving the application of a finely ground high-carat gold-mercury amalgam to a bronze object, which was heavily utilised in luxury decorative arts and lighting during the 18th and 19th centuries.

These pieces are typically constructed from cast bronze that has been mercury-gilded or electrogilded to achieve a rich gold finish, frequently featuring hand-chased surface detailing and multi-part assemblies joined by threaded rods.

Authentic period pieces exhibit crisp, hand-chased detailing with tool marks under magnification, heavy weight due to solid bronze casting, and natural age-related wear or verdigris in recesses, unlike modern lightweight resin or electroplated brass replicas.

They can be integrated into modern schemes by pairing them with clean-lined contemporary shades to create a striking contrast, placing them symmetrically on sideboards or mantelpieces as focal points.

Ormolu surfaces should be dusted gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth; chemical cleaners, polishes, and abrasives must be avoided entirely to prevent stripping the delicate historical gilding.
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