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Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp
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Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp

19th century
Description

An exceptional antique Victorian carved mahogany floor lamp, made in England and dating from around the 1890-1900 period.

It is of incredibly fine quality, with crisp and intricate carving throughout. It stands on a generous and sturdy platform base that has cabriole legs, with acanthus leaf carving at the knees, terminating in claw and ball feet. The central section is also beautifully carved and even has hand carved solid wood tassels that hang off it. This comes with a very impressive silk shade that looks original, it compliments the base beautifully.

We have had the wood re-polished, the lamp has been re-wired and is in good working order. The shade has some minor wear here and there, seen in the images.

Width base – 20 inches , 50 cm

Width shade – 25 inches , 63 cm

Height to socket – 59 inches , 150 cm

Height to shade – 67 inches , 170 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
170cm (66.93")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Floor Lamp to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235660
Dealers Internal Reference
13514
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Description
An exceptional antique Victorian carved mahogany floor lamp, made in England and dating from around the 1890-1900 period.

It is of incredibly fine quality, with crisp and intricate carving throughout.

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It stands on a generous and sturdy platform base that has cabriole legs, with acanthus leaf carving at the knees, terminating in claw and ball feet.
Marylebone Antiques

The central section is also beautifully carved and even has hand carved solid wood tassels that hang off it. This comes with a very impressive silk shade that looks original, it compliments the base beautifully.

fig 1. An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp

We have had the wood re-polished, the lamp has been re-wired and is in good working order. The shade has some minor wear here and there, seen in the images.

Width base – 20 inches , 50 cm

Width shade – 25 inches , 63 cm

Height to socket – 59 inches , 150 cm

Height to shade – 67 inches , 170 cm

Height
170cm (66.93")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Floor Lamp to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235660
Dealers Internal Ref
13514
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging.

Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp

Archive II An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging. View III
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An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging.
Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Floor Lamp
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An antique Victorian carved mahogany standard lamp featuring a carved tripod base, turned column, and a light fabric shade with fringed edging.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFloor Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown, Cream
  • MotifsFoliate carving, Tripod feet, Turned stem, Fringed shade
  • SizeH 170 cm (67 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

FAQs

Victorian standard lamps are characterised by substantial timber turnings, hand-carved foliate detailing, and tripod bases designed to support tall vertical columns. Towards the late nineteenth century, many were converted from oil burners or manufactured specifically for early electric lighting, often paired with elaborate fabric or lace shades.

Dense hardwoods such as Cuban or Honduras mahogany were preferred for their durability and rich grain structure. Bases and stems were carved and turned by hand, while lampshades were constructed from silk, lace, or damask stretched over wire frames, frequently accented with textile tassels and fringing.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carved ornamentation on the base, natural oxidation near joints, and deep patination on the mahogany surface. Older examples converted from oil or gas light often retain faint structural evidence or plugged holes where previous burners were mounted.

Position the standard lamp beside an armchair or a sofa to establish a focused reading area with warm ambient light. The rich dark mahogany complements neutral contemporary upholstery and traditional timber features alike.

Dust the wood stem and carved features regularly using a soft lint-free cloth, and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to protect the original finish. Ensure fabric shades are gently vacuumed using a soft brush attachment and that all electrical components meet current safety standards.
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