Vintage Waterford Crystal Electric Hurricane Table Lamp

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This authentic 1960s two-piece electric hurricane lamp is a prime example of mid-century Irish luxury glassmaking. The piece features the … Read more This authentic 1960s two-piece electric hurricane lamp is a prime example of mid-century Irish luxury glassmaking. The piece features the highly collectible, original vintage gothic script acid-etched Waterford mark on the crystal. This specific iteration of the signature was utilized exclusively by the company from 1950 until 1985, firmly authenticating this lamp to Waterford's peak era of hand-cut production in Ireland before manufacturing operations shifted globally in the late 1990s.

The lamp showcases the iconic Alana pattern, which was first introduced in 1952 by Waterford's legendary Chief Designer, Miroslav Havel. Celebrated for its deep, heavily textured geometric style, the design relies on labor-intensive, hand-cut diamond and cross-hatch facets that maximize the light-refracting properties of high-clarity lead crystal. True to the master craftsmanship of this era, the upper neck of the bell-shaped shade features clean, polished panel-cut facets that transition into an open, flat-rimmed top gallery.

The matching baluster-style crystal base and upper shade are seamlessly joined by an ornate, heavy brass collar featuring classic relief casting. When illuminated, the hand-cut facets cast a brilliant, geometric light pattern across surrounding surfaces, making it a stellar addition to 1960s Hollywood Regency, Traditional, or Grandmillennial interiors. See less