Vintage Petite Bouillotte Lamp with Red Tole Shade – Two-Light Brass Candlestick Base

A charming vintage petite bouillotte lamp, styled after the elegant French bouillotte lamps of the 18th and 19th centuries. This lovely two-light table lamp features a slender central column rising from a cast brass candlestick-style base, complete with classical leaf-and-floral motifs around each socket. The scale is particularly sweet — perfect for a writing desk, bedside table, or tucked into a vignette.

The lamp retains its original red tole metal shade, hand-painted with gold striping and showing beautiful, authentic age to the interior enamel. A decorative arrow finial crowns the top, allowing the shade to be raised or lowered in true bouillotte fashion (though this version is fixed at its current height). The lamp has been updated with a modern plug and inline switch for convenience.

A wonderful blend of French-inspired design and mid-century craftsmanship, bringing warmth, charm, and Parisian character to any space.

Details:

• Style: Bouillotte-style table lamp

• Era: Mid-20th Century

• Materials: Brass, tole metal shade

• Sockets: Two candelabra-style lights

• Shade: Original red tole with gold banding

• Wiring: Working condition with inline switch (see photos)

• Condition: Age-expected wear to shade interior, light patina to brass

This is a perfect little accent lamp for lovers of classic French décor, vintage lighting, or homes needing that soft, atmospheric glow.