A rare early 19th-century Fire Fountain, this docimastic lamp signed by Breuzin embodies the technical excellence and aesthetics of the First Empire period. A precision scientific instrument intended for goldsmiths, watchmakers, and chemists, it combines functionality with artistic refinement.
Structure in gilt-patinated bronze with a spherical red copper reservoir. Remarkable handle in the shape of a stylized serpent, finely chiseled, supporting the suspension arm. Pedestal base adorned with geometric motifs and a beaded frieze on a lead-weighted square base.
The oval "Breuzin" stamp attests to the Parisian origin and the global renown of this manufacturer for its innovations in high-precision flame apparatuses.
Dimensions: 22 cm (h) × 20 cm (w) | Weight: 650 g
An authentic collector's piece, a testament to 19th-century French craftsmanship.
