Italian Hollywood Regency Porcelain Anas Strepera Duck Table Lamp with Sculptural Brass Foliage attributed to Giulia Mangani, Italy, 1970s

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A wonderfully characterful italian mid-century table lamp featuring an exquisitely modelled and hand-painted porcelain male duck, set against an intricate … Read more A wonderfully characterful italian mid-century table lamp featuring an exquisitely modelled and hand-painted porcelain male duck, set against an intricate arrangement of sculptural brass branches, flowers and foliage. Combining naturalistic detail with a distinctly decorative silhouette, this striking piece brings together the charm of wildlife-inspired design and the glamour of hollywood regency.

the beautifully rendered duck is the focal point, with richly coloured plumage in emerald green, chestnut brown, golden yellow, turquoise blue and soft pink. Its finely detailed feathers, expressive head and carefully painted features give the porcelain figure an almost lifelike quality.

the inscription “anas strepera” refers to the scientific name of the gadwall, a species of wild duck, adding an intriguing natural-history detail to this decorative object.

behind the duck, a delicate composition of brass leaves and flowers rises along the central lamp stem, creating a striking contrast between the warm metallic finish and the vivid colours of the glazed porcelain. The composition is set on a dark wooden plinth with an ornamental gold-tone base, completing the lamp’s sophisticated, sculptural appearance.

a generously proportioned cream fabric lampshade with subtle brown edging softens the overall design and provides a warm, atmospheric glow when illuminated.

attributed to giulia mangani, associated with the renowned florentine house of decorative porcelain, this distinctive lamp reflects the opulent, nature-inspired aesthetic of italian decorative lighting from the period. The attribution remains tentative in the absence of definitive maker’s marks or supporting documentation.

with its playful subject matter, richly coloured porcelain and elaborate brass ornamentation, this lamp would make an eye-catching statement in an eclectic interior, a refined hollywood regency setting or a contemporary space that embraces individual decorative pieces.

a matching companion lamp featuring a female duck is also available, offering the opportunity to acquire a particularly charming pair. The lamps can be purchased individually or together as a decorative set.


origin: italy
attributed to: giulia mangani
period: circa 1970s–1980s
style: hollywood regency, italian decorative vintage
materials: hand-painted glazed porcelain, brass or brass-finished metal, wood and fabric
subject: male duck; inscribed “anas strepera”
colour: multicoloured, gold, dark brown and cream
lampshade: cream fabric with brown edging
dimensions: h 37 × w 18 × d 13
condition: excellent vintage condition
electrical condition: fully functional
availability: available individually or as a pair with the matching female-duck lamp
code: tl272
european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less