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Beautiful Near Pair of French Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps
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Beautiful Near Pair of French Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Lines and Son
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LINES AND SON

Beautiful Near Pair of French Twin Branch Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps.

The largest 34cm wide and 62cm high.

Good working condition.

Date of Manufacture

Lines and Son has dated these French Tole Bouillotte Lamps to the 1950s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245722
Description
LINES AND SON

Beautiful Near Pair of French Twin Branch Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps.

The largest 34cm wide and 62cm high.

Good working condition.

Date of Manufacture

Lines and Son has dated these French Tole Bouillotte Lamps to the 1950s.

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245722
Lines and Son
Lines and Son
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2026

Family run norfolk art and antiques specialists, founded by kevin lines, with 25+ years of auction experience.

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A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases.
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Archive I A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases.

Beautiful Near Pair of French Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps

Archive II A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases. View II
Archive III A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases. View IV
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Lines and Son

Lines and Son
Telephone 07342 382905
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Norfolk
United Kingdom

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A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases.
Beautiful Near Pair of French Tole Peint Bouillotte Lamps
Ref: SA1245722
A pair of dark green French toleware bouillotte lamps featuring two light sockets each, perforated shades with gilded bands, and brass central stems on dished bases.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialToleware, Brass, Steel
  • ColourDark Green
  • MotifsPierced metal shade, Dished circular base, Twin light arms, Adjustable central shaft
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

A Bouillotte lamp is a traditional French lighting fixture originally designed in the eighteenth century for use during the card game of Bouillotte. It typically features two to four candle sockets or light fittings, a metal shade, and an adjustable central stem designed to block glare during gameplay.

Traditional Bouillotte lamps are crafted primarily from brass, bronze, or copper, paired with lacquered or enamelled sheet metal shades known as toleware or tole peint. The shades and bases are frequently decorated with gilded bands, painted motifs, or pierced lattice patterns.

Authentic period Bouillotte lamps usually exhibit hand-painted or hand-gilded details, craquelure in the original lacquer finish, and adjustable screw mechanisms along a central vertical rod. Older examples often show evidence of historical conversion from candle sockets to electrical wiring.

A Bouillotte lamp works effectively as a statement accent on a sideboard, a console table in an entryway, or a classic writing desk. Pair it with dark wood furniture, leather-bound books, or contemporary art to create a layered interior scheme.

Dust the painted shade and brass structure regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or water on toleware finishes, as moisture can compromise the paint layers and underlying metal.
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