$700
French, early to mid 19th century with 20th century modifications. An Old Paris porcelain urn converted to a table lamp, having a tapering form with two scrolled handles, gilt decorated overall with a central roundel to the body with a portrait bust of Napoleon, on a rounded foot, the whole resting on a squared black marble and giltwood base. Apparently unmarked. Approximate height (to finial) 26.5", diameter (of shade) 19.5".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2017-01-14