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19th Century French Altar Lamp
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19th Century French Altar Lamp

19th century
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Imposing 19th Century Altar Lamp in Brass

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Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
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Antiques Affair has dated this French Brass Altar Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA659232
Description
ELECTRIFIED AND PROFESSIONALLY POLISED

Imposing 19th Century Altar Lamp in Brass

Shipping estimated at £30 within mainland UK

PAYPAL CLIENTS ATE GENTLY REMINDED TO ADD ON SHIPPING CHARGES

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Affair has dated this French Brass Altar Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA659232
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A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column.
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Archive I A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column.

19th Century French Altar Lamp

Archive II A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View VI
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Archive IX A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column. View X
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A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column.
19th Century French Altar Lamp
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A 19th-century French brass altar candlestick converted into a table lamp, featuring an ornate tri-form base and a spiral-fluted column.
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French altar lamps originated as tall, heavy candlesticks or pricket sticks designed specifically for use on church altars during religious services in the 18th and 19th centuries. During the 20th century, many of these ecclesiastical pieces were sympathetically adapted for domestic lighting by fitting electrical components.

Altar lamps from this era were primarily constructed from cast brass, bronze, or gilt metal, often featuring detailed chasing and relief moulding. The heavy metal construction ensured stability on ecclesiastical surfaces during liturgical ceremonies.

Authentic pieces typically feature cast tri-form bases with ornate scrollwork, central decorative knops, and spiral or fluted columns. Look for signs of hand-chasing, seam lines from historical casting methods, and natural surface patination or oxidisation in unpolished areas.

Position a tall altar lamp base on a sideboard, console table, or desk to add dramatic vertical scale and historical texture. Pair it with a neutral pleated or tailored fabric lampshade to balance the elaborate metalwork against contemporary decor.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to prevent dirt build-up in detailed carvings. Avoid aggressive chemical polishes or abrasive pads that can strip aged lacquer or historical patina, opting instead for gentle, specialised metal cleaners if bright metal preservation is desired.
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