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A striking vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic TV lamp featuring a powerful crouching puma perched atop a sculptural rocky landscape. Dating …
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A striking vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic TV lamp featuring a powerful crouching puma perched atop a sculptural rocky landscape. Dating stylistically to the 1950s, this distinctive piece captures the fascination with exotic wildlife and atmospheric lighting that characterized American mid-century home decor.
TV lamps became popular during the 1950s and 1960s, when they were commonly placed on top of television sets to provide soft ambient illumination while watching television. Often designed as decorative animal sculptures, these lamps combined practical lighting with expressive ceramic forms.
The puma is depicted in a dynamic stalking position, its elongated body, muscular limbs, and gracefully curved tail creating a dramatic silhouette. Finished in a rich caramel-brown glaze with golden ochre accents, the sculpture features beautifully modeled details that emphasize the animal's powerful form.
An integrated light source illuminates the rocky base beneath the puma, casting a warm glow through the open cavity and highlighting the textured ceramic surface. The glossy finish enhances the interplay of light and shadow, giving the piece a distinctive sculptural presence.
Today, vintage ceramic TV lamps are sought after as decorative examples of mid-century lighting design. This unusual puma lamp makes a striking addition to a retro living room, bookshelf, sideboard, or curated collection of vintage animal ceramics.
Please note: The puma has a previously repaired crack around its neck. The repair remains visible and is documented in the photographs.
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 6ʺD × 9ʺL
- Lamp Shade
- Included
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
The puma has a repaired crack around its neck, with visible repair lines extending across the upper body. The restoration …
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The puma has a repaired crack around its neck, with visible repair lines extending across the upper body. The restoration is noticeable upon close inspection and has been photographed for transparency. The long-term strength of the repair has not been independently assessed. Shows wear consistent with age and use. Please review all photos, as they form part of the description.
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