Pair of Empire Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Table Lamps by Thomire à Paris

Product Description

A gorgeous and highly important pair of empire gilt bronze and rock crystal table lamps. Both are signed on the base Thomire à Paris. Each is meticulously hand-chased and burnished with two-tone gold. The rounded base is designed with a grape and vine pattern. Resting on the rounded base are three lions paws that hold the upper portion of the lamps. The mid-section of each lamp is made up of four sections of rock crystal of highest quality and clarity. Each rock crystal piece is hand-diamond cut and detailed with fluted designs. The bottom-most rock crystal sphere is seated between a Dore bronze ring designed with floral vine-like patterns.
Paris, circa 1805-1815.

Thomire was one of the greatest designers and craftsmen of his day and these lamps are magnificent examples of his oeuvre. Under Napoleon he became ciseleur de l’empereur (Engraver to the Emperor) and later fournisseur de leurs majestés (Furniture Suppliers to their Majesties). He continued working under the restored Bourbon monarchy benefiting from numerous commissions from the Royal family. His works are found in collections of major museums globally. The lamps having their original Dore Bronze finials, circa 1805, Paris.

Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)
Diameter: 7 in (17.78 cm)