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A Large and Impressive Pair of Hicks and Meigh Ironstone Vases Converted Into Lamps
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
for sale €3,335     $3,620
£2,850

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd

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A Large and Impressive Pair of Hicks and Meigh Ironstone Vases Converted Into Lamps

19th century
Description

With hand made bronzed mounts and silk wiring, extravagant dragon handles, and in blue and white transfer and gilded.

In beautiful crisp condition

Circa 1825

vases 42 cms high

lamps 52 cms high to top of bulb holder

44 cms from handle to handle

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Ironstone Vase Table Lamp to the Regency era.

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SA1220922
Description
With hand made bronzed mounts and silk wiring, extravagant dragon handles, and in blue and white transfer and gilded.

In beautiful crisp condition

Circa 1825

vases 42 cms high

lamps 52 cms high to top of bulb holder

44 cms from handle to handle

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd has dated this Ironstone Vase Table Lamp to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220922
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2022
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A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base.
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Archive I A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base.

A Large and Impressive Pair of Hicks and Meigh Ironstone Vases Converted Into Lamps

Archive II A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base. View II
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Archive V A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base. View V
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Archive X A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base. View X
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Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07801 650780
Location
Admiral Vernon Arcade (Basement Level)
141 Portobello Road
London
W11 2QB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/vanbrughwest
Verified Since Jan 2022
Items For Sale 65
Items Sold 378
Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd
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Location: Admiral Vernon Arcade (Basement Level), 141 Portobello Road, London, W11 2QB, United Kingdom
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A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base.
A Large and Impressive Pair of Hicks and Meigh Ironstone Vases converted into Lamps
Ref: SA1220922
A blue and white ironstone urn converted into a table lamp featuring gilt floral patterns and dragon head handles on a black circular base.
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FAQs

Ironstone ceramics were patented in Staffordshire, England, during the early nineteenth century as a durable alternative to imported porcelain. Many large ironstone urns and vases from this period were later adapted into electrical table lamps during the twentieth century.

These lamps consist of dense, opaque earthenware body finished with a lead glaze, cobalt blue transfer-printed or hand-painted enamels, and gilt accents. Converted examples are mounted on timber or cast metal bases with standard brass light fittings.

Authentic pieces feature a noticeably heavy visual and physical weight, precise molded detailing such as animal-form handles, hand-applied gilt highlights over cobalt underglaze patterns, and historical maker marks impressed or printed on the base.

Pair large ironstone lamps with traditional timber sideboards, console tables, or desks to create symmetry. Complement the blue and white palette with neutral linen shades and classic furniture styles.

Dust the ceramic body regularly using a soft dry microfibre cloth, avoiding water or chemical sprays on any gilt areas. Ensure electrical components are checked by a qualified electrician and kept completely dry during surface cleaning.
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