Oil Lamp

Period:Second half of the 19th century, Napoléon III era
Origin:France
Materials: Glass, ceramic,bronze
Dimensions: H 72 cm × D globe 18 cm × W28 cm

Refined French oil lamp from the second half of the 19th century,crafted in the eclectic style of the Napoléon III period, withstrong Rococo Revival influences. The piece stands out for its richgilded bronze mount and the harmonious fusion of materials, shapes,and colors. The lamp is intact and non-electrified, retaining all itsoriginal features—a rare condition today for this type of lamp,often converted in the 20th century.

The lamp consists of a frosted glass globe decorated with adelicate star pattern, typical of late-19th-century production, fromwhich emerges the clear glass chimney, a functional andcharacteristic element of authentic oil lamps.
The centralreservoir, made of glazed ceramic, features a soft blue gradient baseadorned with a delicate polychrome floral decoration in shades ofpink, green, and gold, harmonizing beautifully with the paintedceramic component.
Framing and enhancing the reservoir is amagnificent gilded bronze structure, designed in the Rococo Revivalstyle: finely chiseled volutes, acanthus leaves, and tendrils envelopthe ceramic with fluid, theatrical movement. At the base of thecentral body are three imposing griffin figures, modeled withremarkable anatomical accuracy and intricate detail in their feathersand chiseled surfaces. These elements, typical of Napoléon IIIeclecticism, give the lamp a striking sculptural presence.

The composition is completed with a ceramic and gilded bronzebase, harmoniously aligned with the main body and perfectly balancedin proportion.

A lamp of strong aesthetic character, decorative, dramatic, andrare in original condition, ideal for collectors, classicalinteriors, period furniture, or carefully curated displays.