English and Continental Furniture, Barometers, Clocks, Weapons and Works of Art - 7th November 2006

Lot 155

A bronze hanging oil lamp

Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £700

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Description

A bronze hanging oil lamp, modelled as a mermaid with her arms stretched above her head holding a ring, astride a grotesque mask, 6.75in (17cm) h, 5.5in (14cm) l. A similar lamp dating to the latter part of the 16th century has been attributed to Barthelemy Prieur and another German School, early 17th century.