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Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century
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Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century

19th century
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Description

This is a stunning antique pair of Regency Revival brass Corinthian column table lamps with brass shades, circa 1890 in date.

It features a classic Corinthian Capital decorated with acanthus leaves with a fluted shaft on a multi stepped base  with an oak plinth.

These table lamps are truly magnificent and will add an incredible ambience to your reception or dining room.

Condition:

These lamps are in full working order and have been tested, please see photos for confirmation of their condition.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 52 cm x Width 16 cm x Depth 16 cm  - LampHeight 62 cm x Width 31 cm x Depth 31 cm  - With shade

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 foot, 8 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 6 inches - LampHeight 2 foot x Width 1 foot x Depth 1 foot - With shade

The Corinthian order is the last developed of the three principal classical orders of ancient Greek and Roman architecture. The other two are the Doric order which was the earliest, followed by the Ionic order. When classical architecture was revived during the Renaissance, two more orders were added to the canon, the Tuscan order and the Composite order. The Corinthian, with its offshoot the Composite, is the most ornate of the orders, characterized by slender fluted columns and elaborate capitals decorated with acanthus leaves and scrolls. There are many variations.

The name Corinthian is derived from the ancient Greek city of Corinth, although the style had its own model in Roman practice, following precedents set by the Temple of Mars Ultor in the Forum of Augustus c. 2 AD.  It was employed in southern Gaul at the Maison Carrée, Nîmes and at the comparable podium temple at Vienne. Other prime examples noted by Mark Wilson Jones are the lower order of the Basilica Ulpia and the arch at Ancona both of the reign of Trajan, 98–117 AD the column of Phocas re-erected in Late Antiquity but 2nd century in origin, and the Temple of Bacchus at Baalbek c. 150 AD

Our reference: A5394

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated these Corinthian Column Table Lamps to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234929
Dealers Internal Reference
A5394
Description
This is a stunning antique pair of Regency Revival brass Corinthian column table lamps with brass shades, circa 1890 in date.
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It features a classic Corinthian Capital decorated with acanthus leaves with a fluted shaft on a multi stepped base  with an oak plinth.
Regent Antiques
fig 1. A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.
fig 1. Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century

These table lamps are truly magnificent and will add an incredible ambience to your reception or dining room.

Condition:

These lamps are in full working order and have been tested, please see photos for confirmation of their condition.

fig 2. A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.
fig 2. Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century

Dimensions in cm:

Height 52 cm x Width 16 cm x Depth 16 cm  - LampHeight 62 cm x Width 31 cm x Depth 31 cm  - With shade

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 foot, 8 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 6 inches - LampHeight 2 foot x Width 1 foot x Depth 1 foot - With shade

fig 3. A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.
fig 3. Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century

The Corinthian order is the last developed of the three principal classical orders of ancient Greek and Roman architecture. The other two are the Doric order which was the earliest, followed by the Ionic order. When classical architecture was revived during the Renaissance, two more orders were added to the canon, the Tuscan order and the Composite order. The Corinthian, with its offshoot the Composite, is the most ornate of the orders, characterized by slender fluted columns and elaborate capitals decorated with acanthus leaves and scrolls. There are many variations.

fig 4. A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.
fig 4. Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century

The name Corinthian is derived from the ancient Greek city of Corinth, although the style had its own model in Roman practice, following precedents set by the Temple of Mars Ultor in the Forum of Augustus c. 2 AD.  It was employed in southern Gaul at the Maison Carrée, Nîmes and at the comparable podium temple at Vienne. Other prime examples noted by Mark Wilson Jones are the lower order of the Basilica Ulpia and the arch at Ancona both of the reign of Trajan, 98–117 AD the column of Phocas re-erected in Late Antiquity but 2nd century in origin, and the Temple of Bacchus at Baalbek c. 150 AD

Our reference: A5394

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated these Corinthian Column Table Lamps to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234929
Dealers Internal Ref
A5394
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Archive I A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.

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A pair of late nineteenth-century brass Corinthian column table lamps featuring fluted stems, stepped bases, wooden plinths, and conical red lampshades.
Antique Pair Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lste 19th Century
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Wood
  • ColourBrass and Red
  • MotifsCorinthian capitals, fluted shafts, stepped bases
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Corinthian column lighting draws inspiration from classical Greek and Roman architecture, featuring fluted shafts topped with detailed acanthus leaf capitals. Popularised during the Neoclassical revival of the nineteenth century, these designs bring architectural symmetry and classicism to interior spaces.

These lamps were predominantly crafted from solid cast brass or bronze, often weighted inside with iron or lead to ensure stability. Bases frequently incorporated stepped plinths made from brass, polished timber, or marble to support the tall vertical column structure.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces typically feature heavy cast components, natural surface patination, and sharp architectural details on the capitals. Look for signs of historical conversion from oil or gas to electricity, alongside hand-cut screw threads and stepped-base construction.

Positioning a pair of column lamps symmetrically on a sideboard, console table, or desk provides structured lighting and architectural height. Pairing metallic brass stems with vibrant lampshades introduces a focal point that complements both classic and modern schemes.

Dust brass surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to prevent dust accumulation in detailed carvings. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes that strip away natural patination, and ensure modern electrical wiring is inspected periodically by a qualified electrician.
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