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Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns
Loveday Antiques
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Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns

19th century
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An Imposing and Fine Quality Pair of Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns with outstanding original finish.

French Early 19th Century - circa 1820

These extremely impressive unique wall lanterns of imposing scale have a wonderful original finish. Of frosted glass vase shaped form, the imbricated “fish scale” domes tops with gilt flambeau finials above pierced shallow friezes. The original mottled glass open to access what would have been a candelabra, now converted to electricity.

The backs again have a lovely original patination showing the age of these wonderfully decorative wall lanterns of French Empire design. Can be wired if necessary.

Dimensions

Width 16 inches - 41cm

Height 28 inches - 71cm

Depth 8 inches - 20cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Loveday Antiques has dated these French Tole Peinte Wall Lanterns to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1232333
Dealers Internal Reference
2866
Dealers Notes

Loveday Antiques is a family run business originally established since 1969 in London.

Now in its second generation, Loveday Antiques specialises in an eclectic mix of 18th to 20th Century European furniture and works of art, with a strong emphasis on quality, uniqueness and colour.

As proud members of BADA & LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antique dealers in the United Kingdom and members of CINOA, the worldwide association for antique dealers you can buy from us with 100% confidence and reassurance as we are committed to upholding and abiding by the strict standards of each association.

Our clients can rest assured that each item is as described and photographed.

All Items are sold with 100% satisfaction 14 day money back guarantee, return delivery will be charged for.

We deliver within the UK for usually between £60-£80 and ship worldwide with professional bespoke crating via air to almost all locations. Please contact us at Loveday Antiques with your full postal address for a very competitive quote.

Delivery within the mainland UK will usually be with 7 to 14 days but please allow up to 28 days. We also ship worldwide with a professional bespoke crating service and large International couriers via air and sea to almost all locations. Please contact us at Loveday Antiques with your full postal address for a very competitive quote.

GOODS

All items listed are in excellent condition having been restored using traditional methods by experienced cabinet makers and polishers keeping the original colour and patina wherever possible.

Please bear in mind you may find the usual markings with antique furniture that are commensurate with age which all add to beauty and uniqueness of the item.

VIEWINGS

We have a reputation for being long established antique dealers in London having had showrooms concurrently running in Islington, Chelsea and Ascot. We have relocated our new showroom, due to London overheads, easily reached between A1 or A10 to just outside of Hertford, Hertfordshire.

We will happily arrange for clients to be collected travelling via train. Local stations being Hertford North, Stevenage and Ware, all being a 10 minute drive from us.

Please contact us for location and appointments.

Telephone: 01438 869 819

Payments accepted are Bank Transfer, Cheque, Major Credit Cards or Cash.

Opening Times

Monday to Saturday 9.00am - 5.30pm Please email or call beforehand to make an appointment.

If outside of these times again please call to make an appointment

We have more than 40 years experience in supplying Antique furniture to the trade, public and interior designers from all parts of the world so please buy with confidence as we have passed the test of time.

Description
An Imposing and Fine Quality Pair of Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns with outstanding original finish.

French Early 19th Century - circa 1820

These extremely impressive unique wall lanterns of imposing scale have a wonderful original finish.

Of frosted glass vase shaped form, the imbricated “fish scale” domes tops with gilt flambeau finials above pierced shallow friezes.
Loveday Antiques

The original mottled glass open to access what would have been a candelabra, now converted to electricity.

fig 1. A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass.
fig 1. Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns

The backs again have a lovely original patination showing the age of these wonderfully decorative wall lanterns of French Empire design. Can be wired if necessary.

Dimensions

Width 16 inches - 41cm

Height 28 inches - 71cm

Depth 8 inches - 20cm

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Loveday Antiques has dated these French Tole Peinte Wall Lanterns to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1232333
Dealers Internal Ref
2866
Loveday Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialist furniture dealers 18th-20th century

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Trade Associations

Loveday Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass.

Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns

Archive II A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View II
Archive III A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View III
Archive IV A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View IV
Archive V A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View V
Archive VI A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View VI
Archive VII A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass. View IX
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A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass.
Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt Wall Lanterns
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A pair of early 19th-century French tole peinte wall lanterns featuring imbricated scale domes, flame finials, and parcel gilt leaf borders over curved textured glass.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Tole peinte refers to painted, lacquered, or japanned tinware popular in 18th and 19th-century France. It was frequently used for wall lanterns, sconces, and urns, combining painted decorative finishes with gilt highlights on sheet iron or tin plates.

These fixtures were constructed using formed sheet metal or iron (tole), decorated with hand-applied paint and parcel gilt embellishments. Fitted glass panels, often textured or hand-blown, enclosed the frame to protect internal candles or oil burners.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit light surface craquelure, natural wear along gilded rims, and original joinery such as riveted or hand-soldered seams. The reverse side often retains aged bare metal or historic primer coats consistent with early production methods.

Mount these lanterns in a hallway, stairwell, or flanking an entryway mirror to add architectural structure and symmetry. The contrast of dark painted surfaces and leaf gilding complements both traditional period decorative schemes and contemporary spaces.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush to clear surface debris. Avoid liquid cleaners, water, or chemical polishes, as moisture and solvents can detach delicate leaf gilding and original painted layers.
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