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Wildwood Bouillotte-Style Lamp

Wildwood Bouillotte-Style Lamp

Regular price $1,250.00 USD
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WILDWOOD BOUILLOTTE-STYLE LAMP
Era: Mid-Late 20th Century (c.1960s-1980s)
Manufacturer: Wildwood Lamps

OVERVIEW:
A sophisticated twin-candle bouillotte lamp by Wildwood, featuring their signature antique brass patina and classic Empire-inspired design with adjustable tole shade.

SPECIFICATIONS:
• Manufacturer: Wildwood Lamps
• Style: Bouillotte/Empire Revival
• Material: Brass with patina finish
• Type: Table/Desk lamp
• Original tole shade

SIZE:

8" Across

19" Height


DESIGN ELEMENTS:
• Structural Features:
  - Twin candle-style arms
  - Adjustable black tole shade
  - Shell-motif finial
  - Circular weighted base
  - Empire-style detailing

• Finish Details:
  - Antique brass patina
  - Black tole shade with gold trim
  - Off-white candle sleeves
  - Decorative brass bobeches
  - Traditional aged finish

CONDITION:
Good Vintage Condition
* Some discoloration to brass base
* Interior scratches to tole shade
* Functional adjusting mechanism
* Original finish mostly intact
* Working electrical components
* Structurally sound

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
Wildwood Lamps, known for their high-quality reproduction lighting, created this piece in the classic bouillotte style, inspired by late 18th-century French designs. The bouillotte style originated from a card game of the same name and became popular in American decor during the mid-to-late 20th century revival of traditional designs.

DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS:
• Traditional desk accent
• Library table lamp
• Bedside lighting
• Console table accent
• Study or office decor

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