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English Telescopic Brass Antique Standard Lamp
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English Telescopic Brass Antique Standard Lamp

19th century
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An English repolished cast brass telescopic antique standard lamp, the reeded central holder with upper column extending from 51" to 71". The square gauge column set above an ornately cast scalloped sectional base with decorative laurel wreaths and nice scrolling feet, sympathetically repolished and lacquered. Fully rewired and PAT tested with foot switch.

Dimensions: H: 51"/130cm W: 12"/31cm

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05621

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
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O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Brass Telescopic Standard Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA1183506
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OKA05621
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We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
An English repolished cast brass telescopic antique standard lamp, the reeded central holder with upper column extending from 51" to 71".
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The square gauge column set above an ornately cast scalloped sectional base with decorative laurel wreaths and nice scrolling feet, sympathetically repolished and lacquered.
O'Keeffe Antiques

Fully rewired and PAT tested with foot switch.

Dimensions: H: 51"/130cm W: 12"/31cm

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA05621

Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this Brass Telescopic Standard Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1183506
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05621
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
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Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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An English brass telescopic standard lamp featuring a square central column, stepped base decorated with laurel wreaths, and claw feet.
English Telescopic Brass Antique Standard Lamp
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  • ObjectFloor Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourWarm Brass
  • MotifsTelescopic column, Stepped base, Laurel wreath motif, Claw feet
  • SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

This nineteenth-century standard floor lamp is an Edwardian-style piece made from solid brass with a warm polished finish. The structure includes a square central column, an extending telescopic upper section, an ornately cast scalloped sectional base adorned with laurel wreaths, and scrolling claw feet. The lamp stands 130 cm high, 31 cm wide, and 31 cm deep. It is wired with an electrical cord and foot switch, ready for placement in an empty corner of a traditional gentleman's library or study. The lamp has a repolished and lacquered surface showing a bright metallic lustre. The square gauge column rises to a reeded central holder and a small circular top fitting, while the stepped base sits on four detailed corner feet. This piece functions as a practical overhead lighting source in a living area or home office.

FAQs

A telescopic brass standard lamp is a height-adjustable floor-standing light fixture manufactured during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These lamps feature an extendable central column that allows the light source to be raised or lowered to suit reading or ambient illumination.

Antique brass standard lamps were engineered using cast or spun brass sections, often weighted with cast iron within the base to ensure stability. The central column incorporates a telescoping rod held in place by a brass thumb screw or threaded collar mechanism.

Authentic period standard lamps display age-appropriate surface patination, wear along the adjusting shaft, and heavy cast bases. Look for period details such as neoclassical wreath mouldings, reeded columns, square stepped plinths, and original wiring pathways.

Position a brass standard lamp alongside a armchair or desk to function as focused task lighting while adding warm metallic tones to the room layout. Complement the structured brass column with a fabric shade, such as pleated silk or linen, to soften the light output.

Dust the brass column and base regularly using a dry microfibre cloth to prevent dirt buildup. Avoid abrasive metal cleaners that strip away historical patina, and have the electrical components tested and rewired by a qualified professional to ensure safety.
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