19th Century Bouillotte Table Lamp
Fabulous, rare early 19th century Bouillotte painted table lamp. Made in France with adjustable tole metal shade, two candle holders, and gold hand painted detailing. The perfect lamp to sit atop your dining room table for a weekend away in the country.
Originally designed for the French card game Bouillotte that was popular during the 18th and 19th century—similar to the modern game of poker—the Bouillotte lamp sat in the center of the playing table. As the game progressed, the lamp’s adjustable shade was moved accordingly to focus light on the cards at hand.
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age. Lower candleholder screw has been repaired and is not adjustable, priced accordingly.
Dimensions: 12 1/2” T x 8 1/4” L x 4 1/2” W
Fabulous, rare early 19th century Bouillotte painted table lamp. Made in France with adjustable tole metal shade, two candle holders, and gold hand painted detailing. The perfect lamp to sit atop your dining room table for a weekend away in the country.
Originally designed for the French card game Bouillotte that was popular during the 18th and 19th century—similar to the modern game of poker—the Bouillotte lamp sat in the center of the playing table. As the game progressed, the lamp’s adjustable shade was moved accordingly to focus light on the cards at hand.
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age. Lower candleholder screw has been repaired and is not adjustable, priced accordingly.
Dimensions: 12 1/2” T x 8 1/4” L x 4 1/2” W
Fabulous, rare early 19th century Bouillotte painted table lamp. Made in France with adjustable tole metal shade, two candle holders, and gold hand painted detailing. The perfect lamp to sit atop your dining room table for a weekend away in the country.
Originally designed for the French card game Bouillotte that was popular during the 18th and 19th century—similar to the modern game of poker—the Bouillotte lamp sat in the center of the playing table. As the game progressed, the lamp’s adjustable shade was moved accordingly to focus light on the cards at hand.
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age. Lower candleholder screw has been repaired and is not adjustable, priced accordingly.
Dimensions: 12 1/2” T x 8 1/4” L x 4 1/2” W
