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Pair of Late 19th.century Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps
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Pair of Late 19th.century Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps

19th century
Sold 23 March 2025 · John Howkins Antiques
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Description

A superb pair of decorative Japanese bronze mounted and bronzed terracotta lamps. The tops having a bronze collar housing the lamp fittings, the bodies having various Japanese characters within cherry blossom and further Japanese symbols. The bronze bases having dragons with pierced decoration and raised on scrolled feet. The lamps have been PAT tested and are ready for use. Dimensions:- Maximum Height…25’’/ 63.5cm. Height before Lamp Fittings…17.75’’/ 45cm. Diameter…9’’/ 22.5cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps to the 1890s.

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SA1067831
Dealers Internal Reference
24536
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Description
A superb pair of decorative Japanese bronze mounted and bronzed terracotta lamps.
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The tops having a bronze collar housing the lamp fittings, the bodies having various Japanese characters within cherry blossom and further Japanese symbols.
John Howkins Antiques

The bronze bases having dragons with pierced decoration and raised on scrolled feet. The lamps have been PAT tested and are ready for use. Dimensions:- Maximum Height…25’’/ 63.5cm. Height before Lamp Fittings…17.75’’/ 45cm. Diameter…9’’/ 22.5cm.

Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1067831
Dealers Internal Ref
24536
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Late 19th.century Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps

Archive II A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View II
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Archive VI A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View VI
Archive VII A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View IX
Archive X A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View X
Archive XI A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders. View XI
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Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders.
Pair of Late 19th.Century Japanese Bronze Mounted Lamps
Ref: SA1067831
A pair of dark patinated bronze Japanese lamps featuring high-relief figural and floral motifs on tripod bases with brass bulb holders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze, Brass
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsHigh-relief figures, Tripod feet, Floral scrollwork, Greek key borders
  • SizeH 63.5 cm (25 in) x W 22.5 cm (9 in) x D 22.5 cm (9 in)

FAQs

During the late 19th century, the opening of Japan to Western trade led to a surge in export metalwork, where traditional bronze vases and vessels were frequently converted into electrified lamps for European and American markets.

These items are typically crafted using traditional lost-wax casting methods or sand casting in bronze or brass, featuring high-relief chasing, patination, and fitted brass electrical components added during later conversions.

Authenticity is indicated by natural patination, hand-finished chasing details on the metal relief, heavy casting weight, and period-appropriate wiring or conversion hardware consistent with turn-of-the-century manufacturing.

Pair them with simple, neutral silk or linen shades to highlight the intricate metallic texture, placing them on credenzas, sideboards, or desks to introduce a layer of historic craftsmanship and dark metallic warmth.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid chemical polishes or water, which can strip the historical patina and damage the aged metal surface.
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