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Stylish Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp Circa 1920
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Stylish Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp Circa 1920

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a very stylish Art Deco original copper desk lamp in super condition dating from around 1920.

The lamp is in excellent order, rewired and earthed with modern braided cable in keeping with the style and period of the piece.

This now works from an inline switch in the cable. The original switch is not functional but remains part of the stylish lamp base.

A very rare and elegant piece of classic Art Deco styling.

The lamp measures 34 cms high by 23 cms wide overall.

The base is 18 cms deep by 12 cms wide.

UK insured packing and delivery is £15

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09475040
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-110 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Copper wash rubbed through to brass on the rim: decades of handling.
Traces of verdigris settled in the seams: natural oxidisation of the metal.
Original ball toggle switch in the base casting: early electrical fitting.
Curved sheet-copper shade held by dome-headed rivets: period metal construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1210720
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You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

We can arrange worldwide delivery on all the items we have in stock, please ask for an accurate quote.

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Description
This is a very stylish Art Deco original copper desk lamp in super condition dating from around 1920.
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The lamp is in excellent order, rewired and earthed with modern braided cable in keeping with the style and period of the piece.
Rams Head Antiques
fig 1. An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch.
fig 1. Stylish Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp Circa 1920

This now works from an inline switch in the cable. The original switch is not functional but remains part of the stylish lamp base.

A very rare and elegant piece of classic Art Deco styling.

The lamp measures 34 cms high by 23 cms wide overall.

The base is 18 cms deep by 12 cms wide.

UK insured packing and delivery is £15

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09475040
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 90-110 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Copper wash rubbed through to brass on the rim: decades of handling.
Traces of verdigris settled in the seams: natural oxidisation of the metal.
Original ball toggle switch in the base casting: early electrical fitting.
Curved sheet-copper shade held by dome-headed rivets: period metal construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1210720
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Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch.
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Archive I An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch.

Stylish Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp Circa 1920

Archive II An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View II
Archive III An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View III
Archive IV An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View IV
Archive V An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View V
Archive VI An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View VI
Archive VII An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View VII
Archive VIII An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch. View VIII
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Rams Head Antiques

Rams Head Antiques
Telephone 07769 255 544
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Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ramsheadantiques
Verified Since Sep 2014
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An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch.
Stylish Art Deco Copper Desk Lamp circa 1920
Ref: SA1210720
An Art Deco copper desk lamp featuring a curved metal hood shade, a vertical column stem, and a moulded base with an integrated toggle switch.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialCopper
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsCurved hood shade, Fluted stem, Moulded base, Integrated toggle switch
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 23 cm (9 in)

This Art Deco desk lamp from 1920 is formed from copper with a warm metallic hue. The design incorporates a curved hood shade over a vertical fluted column stem, rising from a moulded base fitted with an integrated toggle switch. A modern braided cable extends from the rear, complementing the polished finish and metallic sheen visible across the surfaces. The lamp measures 34 cm high by 23 cm wide overall, with a base depth of 18 cm and a base width of 12 cm. Placement suits an office desk or a study workspace where task lighting and period character are desired. The original toggle switch remains on the base in a non-functional capacity while the modern cable handles operation.

FAQs

Art Deco lighting from the 1920s and 1930s is characterised by streamlined geometric shapes, clean functional lines, and metallic finishes such as copper, chrome, and brass.

Task lamps of this era were primarily constructed using cast or spun metals, including copper, brass, and bronze, often weighted at the base and fitted with integrated mechanical switches.

Authentic period lamps feature period-appropriate wiring channels, heavy bases to prevent tipping, original toggle or push switches, and natural oxidisation along seams and joints.

A copper task lamp functions effectively on a contemporary study desk, side table, or console, providing focused lighting while adding a metallic accent to modern or vintage-inspired interiors.

Clean surfaces regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. Avoid chemical polishes that strip protective surface patination, and ensure electrical fittings are inspected by a certified electrician.
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