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Taste & Connoisseurship: The Chinese Porcelain Company - September 18, 2025

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Since its founding in 1984, The Chinese Porcelain Company has remained at the pinnacle of taste and connoisseurship in the world of art and antiques. Stewarded by Pierre Durand and Khalil Rizk, the gallery’s focus has been on quality above all, from Old Master paintings to European furniture, Venetian glass to contemporary artisan-designed objects and Asian works of art. Together, their partnership created one of New York’s most prestigious venues for sourcing rare and beautiful fine and decorative arts.  STAIR internetrequests@stairgalleries.com
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Maison Charles 'Palme' Model Gilt-Bronze and Marble Lamp, with a Brass and Ebonized Metal Shade
  • Taste & Connoisseurship: The Chinese Porcelain Company
Lot 472

Maison Charles 'Palme' Model Gilt-Bronze and Marble Lamp, with a Brass and Ebonized Metal Shade

Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000
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29 x 18 in. diam.

 

Note: Maison Charles is one of the oldest family-owned French lighting companies still in operation. They are known for their early reproductions and bronze and gilt lamps featuring natural motifs.

Maison Charles (sometimes called Maison Charles et fils) was founded by Ernest Charles in 1908. Ernest's son's, Emile Albert, took over for the company in 1920 and was joined in 1932 by his brother Pierre, at which time the company became known as Charles Freres. In the late 1950s, Ernest's grandsons Jacques and Jean joined the family business. Jacques designed the iconic Inox Collection, which included the Organ Lamp (1965). These foundational decades, as well as Maison Charles' reputation for quality, propelled the company to lasting fame and popularity.

Condition

In good overall condition, with scattered staining, rubbing, and wear to the shade. One very small age split to a leaf, and a few small nicks to the marble base. Will need to be rewired for use. 

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.

Sold STAIR, November 19, 2024, Lot 174.

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