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Superb 19thc Figure of Venus Holding a Lamp
Mike Melody Antiques
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Superb 19thc Figure of Venus Holding a Lamp

19th century
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From a local cheshire home a near life size figure of venus holding a flame torch. The figure itself is 129cms h and the painted wooden plinth 59cms h.

It is made of spelter with its original verdigris finish .

It is perfect apart from missing a couple of fingers on the closed hand.( not really noticable)

Dating from around 1880 and french in origin

It was previously electrified.probably in the 30 s but will need pat testing and possibly rewiring if required as a lamp.

A wonderful decorative item and very rarely seen on the market.

A great entrance poece or a star in any place you put it

UK delivery included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Victorian Venus Statue Lamp to the 19th Century.

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From a local cheshire home a near life size figure of venus holding a flame torch. The figure itself is 129cms h and the painted wooden plinth 59cms h.

It is made of spelter with its original verdigris finish .

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Neoclassical figure of Venus holding an elevated torch fixture while standing on a tiered pedestal base.
fig 1. Superb 19thc Figure of Venus Holding a Lamp

It is perfect apart from missing a couple of fingers on the closed hand.( not really noticable)

Dating from around 1880 and french in origin

It was previously electrified.probably in the 30 s but will need pat testing and possibly rewiring if required as a lamp.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century Neoclassical figure of Venus holding an elevated torch fixture while standing on a tiered pedestal base.
fig 2. Superb 19thc Figure of Venus Holding a Lamp

A wonderful decorative item and very rarely seen on the market.

A great entrance poece or a star in any place you put it

UK delivery included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Victorian Venus Statue Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA1157567
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Archive I A nineteenth-century Neoclassical figure of Venus holding an elevated torch fixture while standing on a tiered pedestal base.

Superb 19thc Figure of Venus Holding a Lamp

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Mike Melody Antiques

Mike Melody Antiques
Telephone 07534 226563
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United Kingdom
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Mike Melody Antiques
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A nineteenth-century Neoclassical figure of Venus holding an elevated torch fixture while standing on a tiered pedestal base.
SUPERB 19THC FIGURE OF VENUS HOLDING A LAMP
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Neoclassical sculpture draws inspiration from classical antiquity, specifically ancient Greek and Roman artistic traditions. Figures from this period feature classical drapery, realistic human proportions, and idealised facial features, often depicting mythological deities or symbolic allegories.

Sculptures from this era were typically executed in carved marble, cast bronze, terracotta, composition stone, or cast plaster. Cast composition materials allowed detailed classical designs to be produced for both interior reception rooms and exterior garden settings.

Authentic period statues exhibit natural surface patina, subtle hand-finishing details, and age-consistent wear around high-touch areas such as drapery folds or bases. Cast pieces may display historical seam lines and structural weighting characteristic of early manufacturing processes.

A tall full-length figure mounted on a pedestal functions effectively as a focal point in a central foyer, a stairwell landing, or an architectural alcove. Placing the piece against a contrasting minimalist backdrop highlights the sculptural silhouette and classical drapery.

Dusting should be performed regularly using a soft, dry brush to clean surface crevices without scratching the finish. Avoid applying water or liquid chemical cleaners directly to porous stone or plaster surfaces to prevent staining and material degradation.
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