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Bronze Chinoiserie Table Lamp
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Bronze Chinoiserie Table Lamp

1900 - 1920
Description

An early 20th century Bronze chinoiserie table lamp, embellished with a dragon.

H:39cm Dia:12cm

Converted to use electricity and house a standard electric bulb.

Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Hunt Gather Antiques has dated this Bronze Chinoiserie Table Lamp to the Edwardian era.

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SA1221278
Description
An early 20th century Bronze chinoiserie table lamp, embellished with a dragon.

H:39cm Dia:12cm

Converted to use electricity and house a standard electric bulb.

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Hunt Gather Antiques has dated this Bronze Chinoiserie Table Lamp to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221278
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An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base.
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Archive I An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base.

Bronze Chinoiserie Table Lamp

Archive II An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base. View II
Archive III An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base. View III
Archive IV An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base. View IV
Archive V An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base. View V
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Hunt Gather Antiques

Hunt Gather Antiques
Telephone 07525 794887
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Unit 7c
Riverside Trading Estate
Fiddlers Ferry
Penketh
Warrington
Cheshire
WA5 2UL
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/huntgather
Verified Since Apr 2026
Items For Sale 48
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An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base.
Bronze chinoiserie table lamp
Ref: SA1221278
An antique dark bronze table lamp base featuring a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinoiserie
  • MaterialBronze, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDragon motif, Coiled stem, Incised decoration, Stepped circular base
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This Edwardian chinoiserie table lamp takes the form of a dark brown bronze fixture embellished with a sculpted dragon wrapped around a slender stem above a rounded base, standing on a stepped circular wooden footing. The surface exhibits a subtle verdigris patination with areas of green oxidation, while the upper section incorporates a brass lamp holder adapted for electricity. Incised decoration adorns the lower body beneath the coiled dragon motif. Measuring 39 cm high and 12 cm wide, this practical light source fits well upon an office desk or within a gentleman's library setting to provide functional illumination alongside decorative interest.

FAQs

Chinoiserie style gained popularity in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting Western fascination with East Asian art and motifs. Bronze lamps from this tradition frequently incorporate Chinese and Japanese iconographic elements, such as dragons, clouds, and floral forms, often converted from earlier vases or candlesticks during the early 20th century.

These lamps are typically manufactured using the lost-wax or sand casting methods with heavy bronze or brass alloys. The surfaces are hand-chased to refine intricate relief details like scales and feathers, followed by chemical patination to achieve deep brown, black, or verdigris tonal finishes.

Authentic period pieces display crisp casting detail with hand-tooled finishing rather than soft, machine-moulded edges. Look for genuine age-related wear on the base rim, natural surface oxidation within recessed areas, and signs of historical electrical conversion such as drilled cord access holes through older castings.

Place the lamp on a dark wood desk, sideboard, or side table to highlight its sculpted silhouette. Pair it with a neutral silk or pleated shade to soften the dark metal tones and complement both traditional and eclectic contemporary spaces.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth. Avoid using liquid chemical polishes, solvent cleaners, or abrasive materials, as these can strip the original chemical patination and reduce the historical integrity of the bronze.
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