Late 20th Century Pair of British Colonial Style Tole and Rope Double Palm Tree Lamps

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Pair of British Colonial-Style Tole and Rope Double Palm Tree Lamps

A charming and highly decorative pair of British Colonial-style … Read more Pair of British Colonial-Style Tole and Rope Double Palm Tree Lamps

A charming and highly decorative pair of British Colonial-style double palm tree table lamps, crafted in painted tole and wrapped rope in the enduring tropical tradition. Each lamp is modeled as a stylized island vignette, with two gently curved palm trunks rising from a circular base and crowned by hand-cut metal fronds, creating a sculptural silhouette that is both playful and refined.

Executed in tin—painted and shaped metal long favored in decorative lighting for its versatility and hand-worked character—each palm frond is individually cut, ribbed, and formed to simulate the natural movement of tropical leaves. The trunks are wrapped in tightly coiled natural rope, lending warmth, texture, and a convincing organic contrast to the painted metal canopy above. Raised on round black bases with ball feet, the composition balances whimsy with tailored restraint.

The palm tree has long served as a symbol of leisure, hospitality, and escape, making these lamps especially evocative of British Colonial, Palm Beach Regency, and Caribbean interiors. Their twin-tree composition recalls resort glamour and island garden design, equally at home in a sunroom, guest room, or tropical-inspired study.

A sophisticated decorative pair with strong island character and sculptural presence.

Dimensions: 23 in. high to socket
18 in. high to top of sculpture
13 in. overall diameter
8 in. base diameter See less