Baker has meticulously recreated the Sunburst Torchere, which was designed to decorate and illuminate the drawing room at Dawnridge, Duquette's private residence. Standing a commanding 74 inches in height, the torchere features a sunburst medallion cast in bronze and finished in a clear coat of lacquer. The medallion rests above a carved wood post, finished in Varnished Silver Leaf, and an Italian-inspired wood base tightly wrapped in creamy beige suede. Backlit for soft, reflecting light, the torchere accommodates one 40-watt bulb and is fitted with a transparent cord and discreet foot switch. Circa 1949.