An Art Déco figural lamp modelled as two sea-lions balancing a spherical glass lamp. The spelter sea-lions finished in a variegated silver and grey patina and mounted on a Portoro marble base. The glass shade of very pale green with ‘oil-spot’ decoration. Signed ‘Carvin’ in the marble.
French, c.1930.
Rewired to Australian safety standards. Bayonet globe fitting. Clip fitting for shade.
*Louis-Albert Carvin (1875-1951) was a French sculptor known for his bronze animalier sculptures.
Very good condition. 28cm high. Base 20cm x 12.5cm.