Bidspirit auction | Attrib. B&H Soldat Spartiate Oil

Attrib. B&H Soldat Spartiate Oil Lamp - Maker: Attributed to Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company Sculptural Model: After Jean-Pierre Cortot (French, 1787-1843) Origin: Probably Meriden, Connecticut Date: Circa 1880-1900 Period/Style: American Victorian, Neoclassical Revival Materials: Gilt and polychromed cast metal, brass, milk glass, and clear glass Form: Figural oil lamp Description: An elaborate American Victorian figural oil lamp attributed to Bradley & Hubbard. The cast base depicts a reclining classical warrior holding aloft a richly ornamented floral font, fitted with a white milk-glass shade molded with roses and a flared scalloped rim. Retains a clear glass chimney and burner assembly. The base is cast SOLDAT SPARTIATE, identifying the figure by its traditional title, although the sculptural model is Jean-Pierre Cortot's Soldier of Marathon Announcing Victory. Near pair to Lot 8. Mark: Cast SOLDAT SPARTIATE along the front edge of the base. Dimensions: 32 in. H, 16 in. W, 13 in. D. Shipping note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Displays scattered oxidation, surface grime, abrasions, finish variation, and losses to the gilt and polychromed decoration. Minor casting irregularities and age-related wear throughout. The milk-glass shade and clear chimney intact. Burner, wick mechanism, and font have not been tested for operation or leakage. Dimensions: 32 x 16 x 13 in