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Very Unusual Arts and Crafts French Reading Lamp
Elmgarden
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Very Unusual Arts and Crafts French Reading Lamp

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Elmgarden
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Very Unusual Arts and Crafts French Reading Lamp

This is a Very Unusual French Arts and Crafts Reading Lamp from France, the lamp base is made in brass and has a gothic look, the Brass Dome Shade is set with a fringe and 3 blue glass cabochon which have a magical appearance when the light is switched on, the brass shade which throws the light downward for reading

The lamp is in good vintage condition and working, it is 20” tall to the top of the the shade and 9” in diameter

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Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this French Brass Reading Lamp to the 1910s.

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SA1204016
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DE56
Description
Very Unusual Arts and Crafts French Reading Lamp

This is a Very Unusual French Arts and Crafts Reading Lamp from France, the lamp base is made in brass and has a gothic look, the Brass Dome Shade is set with a fringe and 3 blue glass cabochon which have a magical appearance when the light is switched on, the brass shade which throws the light downward for reading

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The lamp is in good vintage condition and working, it is 20” tall to the top of the the shade and 9” in diameter.
Elmgarden

To get an accurate delivery quote please send us your location.

DW56

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Brass Reading Lamp to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1204016
Dealers Internal Ref
DE56
Elmgarden
Elmgarden
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A French Arts and Crafts brass reading lamp featuring a dome shade adorned with floral repousse work, blue glass cabochons, and beaded fringe on a sculpted stem.
Very Unusual Arts and Crafts French Reading Lamp
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A French Arts and Crafts brass reading lamp featuring a dome shade adorned with floral repousse work, blue glass cabochons, and beaded fringe on a sculpted stem.
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French Arts and Crafts lamps from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries combine hand-crafted metalwork with organic, nature-inspired design elements. They frequently feature hammered brass or bronze, repousse floral motifs, and glass cabochon or beaded shade embellishments.

These lamps were constructed using cast or hand-spun sheet brass and bronze, incorporating decorative techniques such as repousse and chasing to form raised patterns. Internal threaded rods secured the weighted bases, stems, and shades, designed to support task lighting.

Authentic period pieces show evidence of hand-tooled metalworking, subtle asymmetry in hand-hammered details, and period-appropriate joins. Natural age displays as uneven oxidisation within recessed relief work rather than a uniform artificial finish.

Position the lamp on a dark wood writing desk, console table, or library shelf to create a warm focal point. The metallic texture and glass embellishments complement layered interiors, pairing effectively with rich paint tones and natural timber.

Dust the metal surfaces and beaded elements gently with a soft, dry cloth or soft-bristled brush. Avoid abrasive chemical cleaners that strip historical patination, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly if surface protection is required.
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