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Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Lamp
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Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Lamp

19th century
Sold 30 September 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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An exceptional antique French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp. This is stamped beneath the base made in France, and is signed with the initials A.R.

It is of wonderful quality, the bronze is beautifully cast and has stunning design, including foliage, acorns and a charming lizard at the base.

The condition is superb for its age, with only some incredibly minor wear.

We have had this re-wired, it is in good working order.

Width – 11 inches , 28 cm

Depth – 10 inches , 25 cm

Height – 16 inches , 41 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Art Nouveau Lamp to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA1213019
Dealers Internal Reference
12585
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An exceptional antique French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp. This is stamped beneath the base made in France, and is signed with the initials A.R.
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It is of wonderful quality, the bronze is beautifully cast and has stunning design, including foliage, acorns and a charming lizard at the base.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. A French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp featuring a curved stem, a dome shade decorated with oak leaves and acorns with fringe, and a base sculpted with a lizard.
fig 1. Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Lamp

The condition is superb for its age, with only some incredibly minor wear.

We have had this re-wired, it is in good working order.

Width – 11 inches , 28 cm

Depth – 10 inches , 25 cm

Height – 16 inches , 41 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Art Nouveau Lamp to the 1890s.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213019
Dealers Internal Ref
12585
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I A French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp featuring a curved stem, a dome shade decorated with oak leaves and acorns with fringe, and a base sculpted with a lizard. SOLD30 SEP 26

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Lamp

Archive II A French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp featuring a curved stem, a dome shade decorated with oak leaves and acorns with fringe, and a base sculpted with a lizard. View II
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A French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp featuring a curved stem, a dome shade decorated with oak leaves and acorns with fringe, and a base sculpted with a lizard.
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Desk Lamp
Ref: SA1213019
A French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp featuring a curved stem, a dome shade decorated with oak leaves and acorns with fringe, and a base sculpted with a lizard.
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  • ObjectDesk Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialBronze, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Bronze
  • MotifsLizard base, Oak leaf and acorn shade, Whiplash curved stem
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

An antique French Art Nouveau bronze desk lamp from 1890, finished in warm bronze with a pink fringed fabric shade liner and a brown twisted electrical cord. The piece stands on a sculpted lizard and leaf base, rising through a whiplash curved stem to support a domed shade cast with oak leaves and acorns, complete with a French stamp and initials A.R. beneath the base. Measuring 41 cm high, 28 cm wide and 25 cm deep, the lamp has been re-wired and remains in good working order with minor wear. Positioned on a study or office desk in a gentleman's library, the lamp provides targeted illumination for reading or writing while serving as a decorative sculptural accent. The botanical and animal motifs introduce organic detail to a traditional workspace interior.

FAQs

French Art Nouveau lighting from the late 19th and early 20th centuries is defined by sinuous, organic forms inspired by nature, including flora, fauna, and whiplash curves.

These lamps were typically crafted from cast bronze, brass, or spelter, frequently paired with moulded glass, fabric shades, or intricate metalwork depicting natural motifs.

Authentic pieces feature sharp detail in the cold-cast or chased metalwork, natural surface patination or oxidisation, period-appropriate wiring channels, and substantial weight.

Place the lamp on a dark wood writing desk, a modern console table, or a bedside stand to create a focused task light and a sculptural focal point.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and avoid chemical cleaners that strip the natural patina; preserve the metal finish with a light coat of microcrystalline wax if necessary.
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