"Napoleon III Lamp, In Bronze, 19th Century, Decorated With Marine Motifs"
Napoleon III lamp, in bronze, 19th century, decorated with marine motifs. Some cherubs ride on dolphins: in heraldry the dolphin, historically considered as the noblest of animals, symbolizes naval victory, loyalty and disinterested protection, the clement and vigilant prince, and also the salvation of men. 
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