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Victorian Greek Revival Porcelain Lamp in the Manner of Samuel Alcock
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Victorian Greek Revival Porcelain Lamp in the Manner of Samuel Alcock

19th century
For Sale by Hand of Glory
Description

A Victorian porcelain lamp base, circa 1860 in the manner of Samuel Alcock, the black ground decorated in colours with Greek Revival scenes and raised on a pierced bronze base.

Originally an oil lamp base which has been converted to electricity, the underside of the base marked AB. Re-wired with cloth covered gold flex and ready for use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Victorian Greek Revival Lamp to the Victorian era.

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SA991401
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SKU00000470
Description
A Victorian porcelain lamp base, circa 1860 in the manner of Samuel Alcock, the black ground decorated in colours with Greek Revival scenes and raised on a pierced bronze base.
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Originally an oil lamp base which has been converted to electricity, the underside of the base marked AB.
Hand of Glory

Re-wired with cloth covered gold flex and ready for use.

Height
53cm (20.87")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Victorian Greek Revival Lamp to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA991401
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000470
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A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base.
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Archive I A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base.

Victorian Greek Revival Porcelain Lamp in the Manner of Samuel Alcock

Archive II A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View II
Archive III A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View III
Archive IV A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View IV
Archive V A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View V
Archive VI A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View VI
Archive VII A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View VII
Archive VIII A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View VIII
Archive IX A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base. View IX
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A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base.
Victorian Greek Revival Porcelain Lamp in the Manner of Samuel Alcock
Ref: SA991401
A tall black porcelain table lamp decorated with hand-painted classical Greek figures, a terracotta ring on the neck, and a cast brass base.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Greek Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Brass, Enamel
  • ColourBlack, Terracotta, Gold
  • MotifsClassical Greek figures, lyre motif, terracotta collar, scrolled brass base
  • SizeH 53 cm (21 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

This Victorian Greek Revival table lamp dates to circa 1860 and takes the form of a tall porcelain vessel in the manner of Samuel Alcock, raised on an ornate pierced brass base with scrolled feet. The body has a matte black ground finish featuring hand-painted classical Greek figures with touches of green, blue, and purple drapery, a central lyre motif, and a bright terracotta-coloured ring moulding around the slender neck. Converted from an original oil lamp to electricity, the piece retains its electrical hardware fitting on top, a marked underside, and a re-wired gold cloth-covered flex. Measuring 53 cm high by 17 cm wide and 17 cm deep, this lamp is suited for placement on a library sideboard, side table, or desk within a study or sitting room.

FAQs

Greek Revival porcelain lighting refers to nineteenth-century table lamps and decorative ceramics crafted in the style of ancient Greco-Roman pottery. Inspired by red-figure and black-figure antiquities discovered during archaeological excavations, makers like Samuel Alcock produced refined ceramic pieces featuring classical iconography, lyres, and figurative artwork.

These lamps were typically produced using fine hard-paste or soft-paste porcelain, finished with painted enamels or transfer decoration against matte black or terracotta backgrounds. Decorative mountings, such as footed bases and neck rings, were commonly cast in brass or gilded bronze.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces feature hand-painted classical motifs or fine transfer printing, period-correct brass mountings with aged patina, and characteristic matte black glaze finishes. Ceramic maker marks or pattern numbers impressed or painted on the underside also assist with attribution.

A Greek Revival porcelain lamp serves as a striking focal point on a sideboard, side table, or executive desk. Pair the dark ceramic and brass details with warm timber surfaces, neutral linen shades, and classical architectural elements to ground a contemporary space.

Clean ceramic lamp bases by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid using abrasive chemicals or damp cloths over hand-painted enamel decoration, and ensure historical wiring is tested and updated by a qualified electrician before use.
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