Pair of French Opaline Vases Mounted as Table Lamps Irish Antiques The shape of each lamp

The shape of each lamp is well considered

a form of fluorspar unique to Derbyshire and highly prized for its rarity and vibrant colouration

glossy glaze and the meticulous shaping of each vase

only minor signs of age commensurate with period use

Comparable examples can be found in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum

Pair of French Opaline Vases Mounted as Table Lamps Irish Antiques The shape of each lampPair of French Opaline Vases Mounted as Table Lamps An elegant pair of French 19th century opaline vases, now expertly mounted as table lamps, offering a refinement and decorative flourish typical of the later Napoleon III period. The hand painted decoration and delicate gilding showcase the luxurious tastes that characterised French interiors of this era, making these antique table lamps not only functional but also highly ornamental. Origin: France