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An Early 20th Century Painted Table Lamp
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An Early 20th Century Painted Table Lamp

1900 - 1920
Description

An early 20th century painted table lamp, the bulbholder above a simulated candle over a lobed inverted baluster on a capstan to a spreading foot. English or French, circa 1910.

Condition: Overall very good, the lamp is in good condition and appears to retain most of the original paint which has a nicely worn appearance. The lamp has been rewired using a new safety bulbholder, 2 metres of new bronze coloured braided flex and a new plug fitted with a 3amp fuse.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this Painted Candlestick Table Lamp to the 1910s.

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SA902005
Description
An early 20th century painted table lamp, the bulbholder above a simulated candle over a lobed inverted baluster on a capstan to a spreading foot. English or French, circa 1910.
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Condition: Overall very good, the lamp is in good condition and appears to retain most of the original paint which has a nicely worn appearance.
Chequers Antiques

The lamp has been rewired using a new safety bulbholder, 2 metres of new bronze coloured braided flex and a new plug fitted with a 3amp fuse.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Painted Candlestick Table Lamp to the 1910s.

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SA902005
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An early 20th century turned wood candlestick table lamp featuring a distressed cream painted finish and a brass bulb fitting.
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Archive I An early 20th century turned wood candlestick table lamp featuring a distressed cream painted finish and a brass bulb fitting.

An Early 20th Century Painted Table Lamp

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Chequers Antiques

Chequers Antiques
Telephone 07943 145714
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The Playhouse Gallery
Lombard Street
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chequersantiques
Verified Since Oct 2018
Items For Sale 138
Items Sold 358
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Location: The Playhouse Gallery, Lombard Street, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AG, United Kingdom
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An early 20th century turned wood candlestick table lamp featuring a distressed cream painted finish and a brass bulb fitting.
An early 20th century painted table lamp
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An early 20th century turned wood candlestick table lamp featuring a distressed cream painted finish and a brass bulb fitting.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialWood, Brass, Paint
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsCandlestick column, Turned wood base, Distressed paint finish, Drip candle sleeve
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

An early 20th century table lamp from 1910 combines French Country style with a wooden candlestick column and a painted finish. The piece displays a brass bulbholder positioned above a simulated candle with realistic drip details, surmounting a lobed inverted baluster and capstan shape that rests upon a spreading, scalloped foot. The turned wood structure carries a distressed cream paint finish complemented by a brown braided flex cord, showing visible age through surface wear to the paintwork. Measuring 33 cm high, 12 cm wide and 12 cm deep, the lamp sits neatly upon a sideboard top, dressing table or side table in a living room, hallway or bedroom today.

FAQs

During the early 20th century, table lamps often drew inspiration from earlier classical regional styles, such as French Country and Swedish Gustavian designs. These lamps frequently featured turned timber columns shaped like traditional candlesticks, finished with painted coats that developed natural patination and surface wear over time.

Traditionally, these lamps were crafted from turned hardwoods such as beech or oak, coated with paint or gesso finishes. Electrical components typically incorporated brass bayonet bulb holders and decorative candle-drip sleeves mounted over internal wiring.

Authentic period pieces display genuine paint wear, micro-cracking, and craquelure around carved details rather than artificially applied uniform distress. Original electrical fittings often show age-related brass oxidisation and turned wood bases exhibit subtle hand-finished variations.

Positioning a painted candlestick lamp on a sideboard, console, or bedside table introduces architectural structure and tactile variation. Pairing the sculpted base with a plain neutral linen or silk shade balances traditional turned details with modern decorative schemes.

Dust the painted surface gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth or soft-bristled brush to prevent flaking loose paint. Avoid liquid cleaning agents or abrasive chemical solutions, and ensure electrical components are inspected by a qualified electrician prior to installation.
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