I do not use this term lightly but this is possibly the most gorgeous ironstone lamp base we have ever come across- French dating from around 1860-70 it started life as an oil lamp, most likely manufactured by Paris Porcelain or Sarreguemines. It has been converted at a later date to electric (and we have had rewired to current standards with silk covered twisted period cable)  Transfer printed design of garlands of roses, with 4 Cherubs /Putti dancing around the lamp, As if that charming decoration were not enough there are also butterflies, bees and dragonflies adorning the lightly tea stained base. The top and base are a gold metal with beading decoration around the base and the top. This item is totally precious and enchanting. Condition - Excellent antique condition no chips, cracks, Fine lines of crazing and lightly tea stained overall - there is an absence of colour in one tiny area visible on photos. There is a little discolouration to the metal on the lower edge again visible in the photos.

We are including the shade that came with this lamp- but we have priced on the base alone. The shade is pretty - and covered in a charming toile fabric , but it is time worn the lining is finely crazed. and the fabric around the base is slightly lifted in places - never the less it is delightful and perfectly useable. The cable/wiring has an on/off with mid cable and has a French plug fitted. Fully working lamp. We always recommend with any piece of electrical equipment that it is checked by a qualified person in the Country in which it is intended to be used. Measurements  Height to top of bulb holder 13"/33cms Height of base 9"/23cms Diameter of base 4.5"/11.5cms

Height of lamp with shade 17"/43cms Weight 1 kilos unpacked. Please do check out the photos and enlarge they are an integral and important part of the description. We ship from France and we are happy to ship Worldwide. We will of course happily combine items for you. We pack carefully with professional packaging materials to ensure your French treasures arrive safely. Any questions please do not hesitate to convo us~