{"product_id":"maison-charles-silvered-bronze-corn-table-lamp-base","title":"Maison Charles Silver-Plated and Gilt Bronze Corn Lamp Base, France, circa 1970","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare lamp base by Maison Charles, Paris, France, designed and manufactured circa 1970. This iconic \"Corn\" model features a finely cast gilt bronze ear of corn framed by beautifully chased silver-plated bronze leaves, all rising from an architectural square base. With its elegant proportions and substantial weight, the piece has a striking sculptural presence even without a lampshade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Charles produced many of its lighting pieces to order, offering different finishes and mounting configurations to suit individual commissions. This example combines silver-plated and gilt bronze, a finish encountered less frequently than the fully gilt versions. Its twin-socket upper fitting corresponds to an original period configuration documented on comparable examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed as a lamp base or as a sculptural decorative object, this piece perfectly illustrates the refined naturalistic style for which Maison Charles became internationally renowned during the 1960s and 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lampshade shown in one of the photographs is displayed for presentation purposes only and is not included in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Designer: Maison Charles\u003cbr\u003e• Manufacturer: Maison Charles, Paris, France\u003cbr\u003e• Period: Circa 1970\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: Silver-plated bronze, gilt bronze, metal elements\u003cbr\u003e• Finish: Silver-plated bronze with gilt bronze accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: 86 cm (33.86 in)\u003cbr\u003e• Base Width: 11 cm (4.33 in)\u003cbr\u003e• Base Depth: 11 cm (4.33 in)\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 5.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-plated bronze retains a beautiful original lustre with an even, well-preserved surface. No significant corrosion is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight bend to the central stem should be noted. It remains discreet and has no noticeable impact on the overall appearance or stability of the lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electrical wiring is functional and fitted with twin sockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo visible signature. On this model, the Maison Charles label or signature was generally attached to the original lampshade, which is no longer present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNCA4540526\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NEST49","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54892165267798,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/6317\/0390\/files\/maison-charles-corn-table-lamp-base-bronze-silvered-bronze-pied-lampe-epis-mais-2_jpg.jpg?v=1785849287","url":"https:\/\/nest49.net\/en\/products\/maison-charles-silvered-bronze-corn-table-lamp-base","provider":"NEST49","version":"1.0","type":"link"}