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Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.
Judy Fox Antiques
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Judy Fox Antiques

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Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.

19th century
Description

This beautiful pair of vases, converted to lamps are crafted from Chinese cloisonné enamel and French Chinoiserie style ormolu mounts. The ovoid body of each vase features a variety of beautiful coloured butterflies and floral sprays. The mounts feature exquisite finely carved elephant heads. The main background colour is a vibrant turquoise.

The practice of combining Chinese export cloisonné enamel with French Chinoiserie bronze mounts was a popular during the latter 19th Century.

Origin/Age: Chinese, 1890

Condition: Very good, Recently Re-Wired. Price per pair

Dimensions: Overall: 43 Cms Height x 19 Cms Width x 17 Cms Depth / Vase Height: 31 Cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Lamps to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1134406
Dealers Internal Reference
JF 388
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Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world, contact for any quotes.

Description
This beautiful pair of vases, converted to lamps are crafted from Chinese cloisonné enamel and French Chinoiserie style ormolu mounts. The ovoid body of each vase features a variety of beautiful coloured butterflies and floral sprays. The mounts feature exquisite finely carved elephant heads. The main background colour is a vibrant turquoise.
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The practice of combining Chinese export cloisonné enamel with French Chinoiserie bronze mounts was a popular during the latter 19th Century.
Judy Fox Antiques

Origin/Age: Chinese, 1890

Condition: Very good, Recently Re-Wired. Price per pair

Dimensions: Overall: 43 Cms Height x 19 Cms Width x 17 Cms Depth / Vase Height: 31 Cms

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Lamps to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134406
Dealers Internal Ref
JF 388
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles.
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Archive I A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles.

Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.

Archive II A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View II
Archive III A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View III
Archive IV A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View IV
Archive V A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View V
Archive VI A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View VI
Archive VII A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View IX
Archive X A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View X
Archive XI A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles. View XI
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Judy Fox Antiques
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A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles.
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.
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A pair of turquoise blue cloisonne enamel vase lamps decorated with colourful butterfly motifs and mounted on gilt bronze bases with elephant head handles.
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Ormolu mounted cloisonne table lamps feature decorative vitreous enamel brass or copper bases fitted with cast gilt-bronze mounts. Popularised in nineteenth-century Europe, especially France, these lighting fixtures often adapted imported or Chinoiserie-style Chinese and Japanese vases into functional electric or oil lamps.

These lamps are constructed using copper or brass body vessels decorated with enamel paste held in place by delicate metal wires (cloisons). The surrounding decorative mounts, bases, and handles are crafted from chased and gilded bronze, commonly referred to as ormolu.

Authentic pieces display fine metal wire work with slight irregularities inherent to hand-applied enamel filling and hand-polishing. Genuine period ormolu mounts feature heavy cast gilt bronze with natural patina or minor wear to the gilding rather than uniform modern spray finishes.

A symmetrical pair of cloisonne lamps works well when placed on a sideboard, console table, or large bedside drawers to frame a focal point. Combining vibrant enamel patterns with contemporary neutral lampshades creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Dust the enamel surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical sprays or water that could seep into cracks or affect metal components. Ormolu mounts should only be wiped dry; abrasive polishes can strip the original gilding.
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