[Fr., f. torche TORCH.] A tall ornamental candlestick or lamp-stand.
1860. Catal., Coll. John Swaby, 35. A carved Venetian Torchère, supported by a cupid, coloured and gilt.
1910. Sale Catal., Boudoir and Bed-room Furniture, Louis XVI. carved console table,… pair Adam torchères.
