Early 20th Century Art Deco Figural Equestrian Lamp With Marbled Glass Globe

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Striking Art Deco figural table lamp depicting a nude female rider mounted on a rearing horse, spear extended in a … Read more Striking Art Deco figural table lamp depicting a nude female rider mounted on a rearing horse, spear extended in a dramatic forward thrust. The composition captures motion and tension-horse poised mid-lift, rider leaning into the charge-while the sharply stepped geometric base anchors the scene in classic Machine Age symmetry. Cast in dark patinated metal, the sculpture carries crisp musculature and defined lines that contrast beautifully against the luminous globe behind it.

The spherical shade is a marbled caramel-and-cream glass orb, richly veined with amber swirls that bloom when illuminated. Secured within a metal collar with twin set screws, the globe casts a warm honeyed glow that silhouettes the rider and horse, enhancing the theatrical quality of the piece. The base retains its period-style brown cord with inline switch. Compact in footprint but bold in presence, it functions equally as sculptural statement and atmospheric light source-an excellent example of 1930s figural lighting where mythic subject met streamlined modern form. See less