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Hand Carved Alabaster Art Deco Ceiling Light
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Hand Carved Alabaster Art Deco Ceiling Light

1920 - 1940
Description

Hand carved alabaster art deco ceiling light circa 1930.

We are pleased to offer this white/grey with grey veining hanging dish light.

Hand carved dish with an unusual pierced carving around the top rim, which must of taken hours and hours of work.  suspended by 3 golden ropes which lead up to the matching ceiling rose.  further symmetrical carving on the underside, finishing with a bulbous finial.

Excellent condition.

This is piece is wired but untested, we recommend that it is professionally checked and installed.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72.4cm (28.50")
Width
38.6cm (15.20")
Depth
38.6cm (15.20")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Alabaster Ceiling Light to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191350
Dealers Internal Reference
EA3655
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Description
Hand carved alabaster art deco ceiling light circa 1930.

We are pleased to offer this white/grey with grey veining hanging dish light.

“
Hand carved dish with an unusual pierced carving around the top rim, which must of taken hours and hours of work.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

  suspended by 3 golden ropes which lead up to the matching ceiling rose.  further symmetrical carving on the underside, finishing with a bulbous finial.

Excellent condition.

This is piece is wired but untested, we recommend that it is professionally checked and installed.

Height
72.4cm (28.50")
Width
38.6cm (15.20")
Depth
38.6cm (15.20")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Alabaster Ceiling Light to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1191350
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3655
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Debenham Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. SOLD1 SEP 26
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Archive I A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. SOLD1 SEP 26

Hand Carved Alabaster Art Deco Ceiling Light

Archive II A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View II
Archive III A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View IV
Archive V A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View V
Archive VI A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View VI
Archive VII A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View IX
Archive X A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View X
Archive XI A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose. View XI
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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
Location
73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/debenhamantiquesltd
Verified Since May 2012
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Items Sold 66
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose.
HAND CARVED ALABASTER ART DECO CEILING LIGHT
Ref: SA1191350
A hand-carved off-white alabaster bowl ceiling light suspended by braided cords with a decorative tassel and matching top rose.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCeiling Light
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialAlabaster, Fabric Cord, Brass
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsCarved rim cresting, Tassel rope suspension, Veined stone bowl, Carved canopy
  • SizeH 72.4 cm (29 in) x W 38.6 cm (15 in) x D 38.6 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Art Deco alabaster lighting emerged during the 1920s and 1930s, featuring streamlined geometric silhouettes and carved ornamentation executed in translucent mineral stone to produce diffused overhead illumination.

These light fixtures are carved from solid blocks of natural alabaster stone, often suspended by braided cords, silk tassels, or brass chain hardware linked to a matching stone canopy.

Authentic period examples exhibit natural mineral veining within the stone, subtle hand-carved surface variations, original brass mounting components, and age-appropriate wear to the hanging ropes or chains.

Position the fixture centrally in an entrance hall, above a dining room table, or within a high-ceilinged bedroom to create a neutral focal point that provides warm ambient lighting.

Dust the stone regularly using a dry microfibre cloth or soft brush, avoiding water and harsh chemical cleaners due to the soft, porous nature of natural alabaster.
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