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An exceptional pair of Chinese porcelain table lamps fashioned from historic "opium pillows" or headrests, dating to the late Qing …
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An exceptional pair of Chinese porcelain table lamps fashioned from historic "opium pillows" or headrests, dating to the late Qing Dynasty / early Republic period (circa 1900).
Each cylindrical porcelain base features a beautiful hand-painted blue and white underglaze decoration. The central medallions prominently display the hand-calligraphied Chinese characters 「吉祥」 (Jíxiáng), translating to "Auspiciousness and Good Fortune." The characters are framed by elegant, continuous foliate scrolling and vine motifs, which traditionally symbolize longevity and prosperity.
The porcelain bases are drilled and expertly mounted on custom, carved dark wooden platforms. The lamps are topped with their original or vintage-style cream-colored silk lampshades, beautifully accented with contrasting blue piping that perfectly mirrors the blue glaze of the ceramic bodies.
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- Dimensions
- 15ʺW × 10ʺD × 22ʺL
- Styles
- Chinese
- Lamp Shade
- Included
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Power Sources
- Up to 120V (US Standard)
- Corded
- Type A
- Condition Notes
Very nice. A scuffs on shade
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Very nice. A scuffs on shade
The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order. less
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