European & Asian Art & Antiques

Lot 212:

Pair of Neoclassical Tole Oil Lamps

The auction will start in __ days and __ hours

Start price: $200

Estimated price: $400 - $600

Buyer's premium: 20%

20th Century. Bears a Plaque in the front reading "Lampe A Moderateur/Par Brevet d’Invention/et/de Perfectionnement." Such a system was invented in 1837 by Franchot and consisted of an adjustable oil supply mechanism. With a romantic decor of landscape and characters. Overall height 32.5 inches, now fitted for electricity.