Ancient Vestal Lamp in Gilt Bronze and Marble, Mid-19th Century

  

Beautiful very large lamp in gilded bronze and black marble from the Napoleon III period. It depicts an ancient vestal woman holding in her arms the lamp from which the light emerges. The gilded bronze has an incredibly fresh gilding.

The circular base is stepped and molded in black marble. The details of the sculpture and the bronze chiseling are very fine and precise. The electrical system is new and removable, with a linen lampshade.

Dating from the mid-19th century, around 1850. Delivery costs 50 euros in France, 100 euros in the EU, and 200 euros elsewhere. Diameter: base 17 cm, lampshade 40 cm. Height: marble + bronze 50.5 cm, total 73 cm.