Large Limoges Porcelain Lamp Base, Hand-painted Figure Decoration, 19th Century.

A very important Limoges porcelain lamp base resting on a circular brass plinth adorned with a beaded band. The front is beautifully decorated with a hand-painted portrait of a young woman holding a rose in her left hand. On the back, a stylized motif in fine gold completes the decoration. The two sockets feature a garland of flowers in relief, highlighted in fine gold. The lamp is in good working order and is fitted with a bayonet bulb. This porcelain dates from the first half of the 19th century, specifically the Louis-Philippe period. The gilding shows signs of wear entirely normal for its age and use. PLEASE NOTE: This lamp is sold without a lampshade. Dimensions: Height to neck 51 cm, Height to socket 57 cm, Diameter at base 19.2 cm, Diameter at neck 17.5 cm, Width from socket to socket: 22.5 cm Shipping and protection costs in mainland France 40 euros, other destinations please contact us.