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Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp
Elmgarden
for sale €1,164     $1,264
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Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
Description

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp

This is an Elegant piece, originally the lamp would have been candle powered, this one has been converted to electricity

The lamp stands on a 3 footed base, with lovely detailed carving showing the feet are tiny boots

The base is fully adjustable through 12 inches, it is signed by the maker M.M. and works very well on the wood and brass mechanism and comes with its original gilt and black oval paper shade

The Lamp is 54”/43” high and 15” across at the floor

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To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Antique Bouillotte Floor Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1228329
Dealers Internal Reference
TMP101
Description
Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp
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This is an Elegant piece, originally the lamp would have been candle powered, this one has been converted to electricity.
Elmgarden

The lamp stands on a 3 footed base, with lovely detailed carving showing the feet are tiny boots

fig 1. An antique mahogany bouillotte floor lamp featuring a dark oval shade mounted over twin faux-candle sockets on a tripod base.
fig 1. Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp

The base is fully adjustable through 12 inches, it is signed by the maker M.M. and works very well on the wood and brass mechanism and comes with its original gilt and black oval paper shade

The Lamp is 54”/43” high and 15” across at the floor

TPM101

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Antique Bouillotte Floor Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228329
Dealers Internal Ref
TMP101
Elmgarden
Elmgarden
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An antique mahogany bouillotte floor lamp featuring a dark oval shade mounted over twin faux-candle sockets on a tripod base.
Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp
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An antique mahogany bouillotte floor lamp featuring a dark oval shade mounted over twin faux-candle sockets on a tripod base.
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A bouillotte lamp is a traditional lighting fixture originating in 18th-century France, designed specifically for the popular card game of bouillotte. It features an adjustable painted shade, traditionally made of tole metal, which can be lowered as candles burn down to prevent direct light from blinding players.

Bouillotte standard lamps are traditionally constructed with turned hardwood columns such as mahogany or walnut, brass lighting sockets shaped like candleholders, and painted metal or tole shades with gilded brass screw fittings.

Authentic pieces feature key-screw adjustment mechanisms on the shade column, heavy weighted bases or tripod legs for stability, solid brass candle sockets with simulated wax drippings, and hand-painted or lacquered metal shades.

Position the lamp alongside a reading armchair, behind a sofa, or within a dedicated study corner. The focused downward illumination and dark wood tones complement both traditional panelling and modern minimalist backdrops.

Dust the wood and metal elements regularly with a dry microfibre cloth. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish to the wooden shaft annually and ensure rewiring is carried out by a qualified electrician to maintain electrical safety.
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