Antique 19th c. French Brass Bouillotte Table Lamp

Antique French Bouillotte Table Lamp

• antique circa 1890
• found in Paris, France
  
• not wired
• brass base with red tole shade 
• Approximately 14.75" high x 9" wide

A distinctive bouillotte lamp featuring a richly patinated brass base with rare figural dolphin-form arms - a classic neoclassical motif drawn from 18th century European design. Topped with its original deep red tole shade, this piece nods to late 18th century French design while offering a decorative presence all its own. Originally created for softly lighting evening card games, the adjustable shade allows for controlled, intimate light. This charming lamp offers both function and atmosphere, bringing a sense of old-world character and quiet refinement to a library, study, or layered tabletop.