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A striking and richly decorated antique Continental porcelain table lamp, mounted from a lidded baluster jar in the finest Dresden …
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A striking and richly decorated antique Continental porcelain table lamp, mounted from a lidded baluster jar in the finest Dresden / Meissen tradition, dating to approximately 1880–1910.
The bulbous body and domed lid are hand-painted with exquisite fête galante figural scenes — elegantly dressed courtiers, musicians, and promenading couples set within lush garden landscapes. Each scene is rendered with exceptional detail and vivid polychrome enamels, framed by an emerald green ground with gold lattice and mosaic tracery. Swags of hand-painted polychrome florals — roses, chrysanthemums, and wildflowers in ribbon-tied garlands — fill the reserves between figures.
The domed lid is surmounted by a charming painted porcelain egg finial depicting a topiary tree in an urn. The lamp rests on an ornate pierced and reticulated brass base with scrollwork detail.
A substantial and elegant statement piece for a traditional, French-country, or maximalist interior.
Details:
Total height: 35¼ inches (to finial)
Vase with base: 17¼ inches
Double-socket wiring (vintage; rewiring recommended before use)
No shade included
Condition: Some enamel wear to gilt on lid rim and neck. Bronze base shows natural patina wear. Porcelain body in very good condition with vivid decoration intact.
A beautiful example of Continental painted porcelain artistry — ready to anchor a sideboard, console, or library.
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- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 10ʺD × 35.25ʺL
- Styles
- French Country
- Rococo
- Lamp Shade
- Not Included
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Some wear to the enameled finish including the gilt finish around the mouth rim of the affixed lid and gilt …
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Some wear to the enameled finish including the gilt finish around the mouth rim of the affixed lid and gilt finish to neck. Brass with some wear to the patina. No shade is present.
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
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