Hollywood Regency Agate and Acrylic Glass Table Lamp with Burgundy Velvet Shade., 1970s

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A striking and highly decorative vintage table lamp in classic hollywood regency style, combining a beautifully preserved natural agate slice … Read more A striking and highly decorative vintage table lamp in classic hollywood regency style, combining a beautifully preserved natural agate slice with clear acrylic glass, brass-toned detailing and a rich burgundy velvet-effect lampshade.

the true focal point of the lamp is the large, naturally shaped slice of agate, presented vertically within a sculptural transparent acrylic stand. The stone has been polished to reveal its remarkable natural structure, with layers of warm cream, ivory, grey and smoky brown surrounding a luminous white crystalline formation. Subtle lavender and mauve mineral inclusions add further depth and colour.

each agate slice is naturally unique, and the irregular organic outline of the stone contrasts beautifully with the clean, geometric lines of the transparent acrylic mount. The stone is secured in the stand with visible vintage brass-toned fittings, adding an appealing touch of industrial and architectural detail.

the lamp stands on a substantial dark rectangular stepped base, accented by a warm brass-coloured horizontal inset. A slender dark metal stem rises elegantly behind the stone and supports the generously proportioned lampshade.

the lamp is completed with a rich burgundy / deep wine-red velvet-effect shade. Its softly textured surface has a subtle variation in tone that beautifully catches the light, giving the shade a luxurious, almost jewel-like appearance. When illuminated, the warm light creates a particularly atmospheric contrast between the deep red shade and the pale, translucent mineral tones of the agate.

the combination of natural stone, transparent acrylic glass, dark geometric forms, warm metallic accents and sumptuous burgundy textile is quintessentially hollywood regency, with a sophisticated 1970s sensibility.

a particularly charismatic statement lamp for a console, side table, bedside table or eclectic living space. Equally suited to a glamorous hollywood regency interior, a maximalist setting or a contemporary interior where an unusual sculptural object is desired.

more than simply a source of light, this is a decorative mineral sculpture combined with functional lighting, with the natural agate providing a one-of-a-kind centrepiece.

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* origin: belgium
* manufacturer: unknown
* designer: unknown
* period: 1970s
* style: hollywood regency / mineral art / 1970s decorative design
* dimensions: foot: shade: total height:
* material: natural agate, acrylic / acrylic glass, metal, brass-toned detailing and textile
* stone: natural polished agate slice with crystalline mineral formation
* base: dark stepped rectangular base with brass-coloured accent
* shade: vintage burgundy / deep wine-red velvet-effect textile shade
* lighting: single light source

a distinctive example of 1970s hollywood regency lighting, where the organic beauty of natural mineral stone is juxtaposed with the precision of acrylic glass and geometric architectural forms. The combination of the pale, intricately patterned agate and deep burgundy shade gives the lamp an especially luxurious and atmospheric presence.
european plug (up to 250v).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. See less