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Large Late C19th/ Early C20th Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp .
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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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Large Late C19th/ Early C20th Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp .

1900 - 1920
Sold 14 March 2025 · M Lees and Sons
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Large late C19th/ early C20th Italian carved alabaster lamp .

The tapering ring-turned ovoid body having twin leaf-carved volute-style handles, raised on a carved socle support onto a stepped block plinth base.

Of impressive scale , the creamy white alabaster having subtle veining and figuring .

In excellent original condition with no damage or repairs, minor historic nibbles to edges of handles .

Having been recently re-wired and tested .

H 22”

W 10”

D 8”

Italy c.1900

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1130231
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 253
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Large late C19th/ early C20th Italian carved alabaster lamp .
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The tapering ring-turned ovoid body having twin leaf-carved volute-style handles, raised on a carved socle support onto a stepped block plinth base.
M Lees and Sons
fig 1. A large carved alabaster urn lamp with scrolled handles and a square base stands upright against a dark green wall.
fig 1. Large Late C19th/ Early C20th Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp .

Of impressive scale , the creamy white alabaster having subtle veining and figuring .

In excellent original condition with no damage or repairs, minor historic nibbles to edges of handles .

Having been recently re-wired and tested .

H 22”

W 10”

D 8”

Italy c.1900

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp to the 1900s.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1130231
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 253
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A large carved alabaster urn lamp with scrolled handles and a square base stands upright against a dark green wall. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Late C19th/ Early C20th Italian Carved Alabaster Lamp .

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Archive X A large carved alabaster urn lamp with scrolled handles and a square base stands upright against a dark green wall. View X
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 370
Items Sold 1,602
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
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A large carved alabaster urn lamp with scrolled handles and a square base stands upright against a dark green wall.
Large late C19th/ early C20th Italian carved alabaster lamp .
Ref: SA1130231
A large carved alabaster urn lamp with scrolled handles and a square base stands upright against a dark green wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleClassical Revival
  • MaterialAlabaster, Brass
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsScrolled handles, Fluted body, Square plinth base
  • SizeH 55 cm (22 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Alabaster lamps gained immense popularity during the 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Italy, where artisans utilised classical revival designs influenced by the Grand Tour and ancient archaeological discoveries.

These pieces are typically hand-carved from natural mineral alabaster, featuring turned bodies and applied sculptural handles, often fitted with brass electrical components added during later conversions.

Authentic items display natural stone veining, minor surface patination, hand-tooled chisel marks upon closer inspection, and substantial weight characteristic of solid mineral formation rather than resin composites.

Positioning the piece upon a heavy wooden sideboard or a dedicated side table allows the tactile stone texture to add architectural weight and classical contrast to modern minimalism.

Alabaster is a porous, water-sensitive mineral that requires gentle dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners, chemical solvents, and prolonged exposure to direct moisture.
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