Vintage 1970s Mediterranean Textured Ceramic Urn Tripod Lamp With Original Shade

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Vintage Mid-Century Mediterranean Textured Ceramic Urn Tripod Table Lamp

A wonderfully unusual vintage statement lamp combining sculptural textured ceramic, architectural … Read more Vintage Mid-Century Mediterranean Textured Ceramic Urn Tripod Table Lamp

A wonderfully unusual vintage statement lamp combining sculptural textured ceramic, architectural metalwork, and an elegant three-legged tripod form. Dating approximately to the late 1960s–1970s, the lamp has a distinctive Mid-Century Mediterranean character with elements of Hollywood Regency and traditional decorator styling.

The centerpiece is an elongated warm ivory/beige ceramic urn, heavily textured across its surface and suspended dramatically within a tall metal tripod framework. Rather than resting on a conventional lamp base, the urn tapers downward to a softly rounded point, leaving open space beneath it and giving the lamp an almost floating, architectural quality.

Encircling the broad upper portion of the urn is an especially handsome pierced metal gallery composed of elaborate scrolling foliage and floral/acanthus-inspired motifs. The openwork construction allows the pale ceramic to remain visible through the metal ornament, creating wonderful depth and contrast.

The three-legged metal framework, pierced gallery, and circular lower stretcher have been refreshed in a rich oil-rubbed bronze finish. The deep bronze coloration emphasizes the sculptural metalwork while providing a sophisticated contrast against the warm neutral ceramic. The tripod measures approximately 15 inches high, approximately 8 inches across at the upper section and 11 inches across the feet, giving the lamp a slender yet substantial architectural stance.

Above the textured ceramic is the lamp’s original sculpted upper cap and neck in a slightly deeper warm beige/taupe tone. This subtle two-tone treatment adds another layer of dimension without competing with the dramatic metal framework.

Completing this first listing configuration is the lamp’s original vintage bell-form shade, measuring approximately 18 inches across the bottom, 8 inches across the top, and 12 inches high. Its warm aged beige/parchment coloration and gracefully flared profile are particularly well suited to the lamp and preserve its authentic period presentation. When illuminated, the vintage shade produces a wonderfully warm amber glow and emphasizes its subtle surface texture and paneled construction.

The lamp retains its substantial 1½-inch spherical ball finial, newly finished in coordinating oil-rubbed bronze. An 8-inch harp supports the shade, and the lamp is equipped with a three-way socket switch for adjustable illumination.

The lamp also retains its original amber-colored electrical cord. The wiring is cleverly routed internally through the lamp and tripod structure, with the cord emerging discreetly near the very bottom of one tripod leg for an exceptionally clean presentation.

From the bottom of the ceramic urn assembly to the base of the harp, the lamp measures approximately 16 inches. With its original shade and finial installed, the lamp has substantial visual presence while remaining narrow enough through the tripod base for use on a generous nightstand, console, end table, library table, or living-room side table.

What makes this piece particularly compelling is its combination of ornament and negative space. The suspended ceramic urn, open tripod, circular stretcher and pierced gallery allow light and surrounding furnishings to remain visible through the structure, preventing this substantial lamp from appearing visually heavy.

A distinctive example of late Mid-Century decorator lighting, this lamp would be particularly at home in Mediterranean Revival, Hollywood Regency, Traditional, Transitional, Organic Modern, Eclectic, Old World, Spanish Revival, or collected designer interiors. Its unusual construction makes it equally appealing as functional lighting and as a sculptural decorative object.

Approximate Measurements

* Original shade: 18” diameter at bottom × 8” diameter at top × 12” H
* Tripod framework: 15” H
* Tripod width at feet: 11”
* Tripod width at upper section: 8”
* Bottom of urn assembly to base of harp: 16”
* Harp: 8” H
* Ball finial: 1½” diameter × 1½” H
* Switch: Three-way socket switch
* Cord: Original amber-colored cord, internally routed and exiting discreetly near the bottom of one tripod leg
* Period: Circa late 1960s–1970s

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