Gilt Bronze Table Lamp 19th Century | Sellingantiques.co.uk

Name: A Large Xix Century Gilt Bronze Lamp
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1191191
Price: 800 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectTable Lamps
Period19th century
StyleFrench Rococo Revival
MaterialGilt Bronze, Fabric
ColourGold
MotifsRococo scrolls, Fluted column, Tripod base
SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

This large Victorian table lamp dates from around 1840 and originates from Haughton Castle in Northumberland. The piece displays a French Rococo Revival style, constructed from gilt bronze with a bright gold finish and paired with a patterned ikat linen shade in shades of beige and blue. Details visible on the metal body include an ornate scrolled tripod base, a slender fluted column shaft, and raised decorative mouldings along the stem and foot. The pleated fabric shade features a distinct pattern and drapes over the upper fitting. The lamp measures 59 cm high without the shade, 80 cm high with the shade, 23 cm wide, and 23 cm deep in practical terms. In a contemporary home, this decorative table lamp works well placed on a sideboard top, a living room console table, or a large desk to provide accent lighting and a period aesthetic. The substantial proportions and intricate cast metalwork suit traditional interior schemes, drawing the eye as a functional focal point in a hallway or study. The combination of the reflective gilt bronze base and the soft textile shade balances metallic structure with fabric texture.

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Gilt bronze lighting from the 19th century features detailed metal casting finished with a fine layer of gold, known as ormolu. These pieces often exhibit classical, neo-gothic, or rococo elements, reflecting the historical revival styles prominent throughout the era.

The primary material is cast bronze coated in a gold amalgam or through electroplating processes. Internal components often include iron threaded rods, while external additions feature fabric shades made from silk or cotton.

Authentic pieces display fine hand-chased detailing rather than blunt machine moulding, along with natural oxidisation in un-gilded recesses. Structural components typically show hand-cut threads and square iron nuts beneath the base.

Position the lamp on a contemporary sideboard, console, or writing desk to create visual contrast between historical metalwork and clean modern lines. Pairing the cast metallic base with a patterned or pleated fabric shade adds texture to the scheme.

Dust the metal surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush. Avoid abrasive metal polishes or chemical solvents, as these will strip the delicate gilded layer and alter the original patina.

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A Large Xix Century Gilt Bronze Lamp

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