Early 20th Century Brass Bouillotte Lamp With Horn-Form Arms & Adjustable Green Tôle Shade
Chairish$475
Early 20th Century Brass Bouillotte Lamp With Horn-Form Arms & Adjustable Green Tôle Shade
Chairish$475
This elegant early 20th century brass bouillotte lamp features a classic French-inspired design with three gracefully curved horn-form arms rising from a fluted central column and circular stepped base, supporting three candle-style lights. The lamp has a substantial weight and solid cast brass construction characteristic of early bouillotte-style lighting, giving it a quality and presence that sets it apart from later decorative examples. The adjustable dark green metal tôle shade is decorated with a hand-painted gold border and can be raised or lowered along the central shaft using the arrow-form adjustment arm and ring finial at the top — a traditional bouillotte feature originally designed to control light for card playing. The warm aged brass finish has developed a beautiful patina that complements the deep green shade nicely. The proportions are balanced and elegant, making this a particularly attractive example of early bouillotte lighting.