"sphinx" Table Lamp – Maison Le Dauphin Bronze With Green Patina

"Sphinx" Table Lamp – Maison Le Dauphin Bronze with green patina and stone base – circa 1970. An elegant table lamp depicting an Egyptian-inspired sphinx, produced by Maison Le Dauphin, a renowned French company known for the quality of its bronze lighting and its refined creations from the 1960s to the 1980s. Description: This piece is distinguished by a superb winged sphinx in bronze with a nuanced antique green patina. The sculpture features finely chiseled work: Precise details of the ribbed wings; Stylized hairstyle and features inspired by antiquity; Beautiful, even patina with natural variations. The subject rests on a rectangular stone base (travertine type) providing stability and an elegant contrast with the bronze patina. The central stem and metal elements are made of gilt brass. The whole is topped with a trapezoidal lampshade in ecru fabric (slight halos are visible, see photos). Dimensions: Total height: 52 cm Width: 43 cm Depth: 22 cm Condition: Structure in very good overall condition Beautiful original patina Stone base in good condition Lampshade showing some signs of wear (functional) Electrical wiring in working order (to be checked according to the standards in force in your country) Style & Integration: Ideal for: Classic chic interior Art Deco or neoclassical decor Eclectic ambiance or cabinet of curiosities Console, chest of drawers, desk or side table This lamp is a striking decorative piece, as elegant when switched off as when switched on. About Maison Le Dauphin: A French company renowned for its bronze creations, often inspired by Antiquity and the bestiary, with meticulous finishes and noble materials. Pieces signed or attributed to the company are sought after for their decorative quality and French craftsmanship. A decorative piece with character, ideal for lovers of vintage lighting and decorative bronzes.