Antique Cantonese Porcelain Lamps 19th Century

Name: Pair of Late 19th Century Cantonese Lamps. Circa 1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA950868
Price: 3250 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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A pair of late 19th-century Cantonese porcelain table lamps featuring hand-painted figural panels, floral motifs, and topped with pleated neutral silk shades.

Pair of late 19th century Cantonese lamps. Circa 1890

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ObjectTable Lamps
Period19th century
StyleChinese Export
MaterialPorcelain, Gilding, Silk
ColourMulticolour
MotifsFigural panels, Floral borders, Gilded accents, Moulded handles

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Nineteenth-century Cantonese porcelain, often referred to as Canton or Famille Rose ware, was produced in Guangzhou primarily for export to Western markets, characterised by vibrant enamel palettes and intricate figurative or floral panels.

These items are crafted from high-fired white porcelain, decorated by hand using overglaze enamels and gold gilding, often featuring moulded elements such as foo lion handles.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-painted brushwork with slight irregularities, dense enamel work known as rose medallion or rose canton, and signs of age such as bottom rim wear and crazing on the porcelain body.

They can be used as statement pieces on sideboards or consoles, paired with neutral pleated shades to balance their colourful, ornate patterns and add a layer of historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Clean the porcelain gently with a soft, dry cloth to avoid damaging the delicate overglaze enamels and gilding, and have the electrical components inspected by a qualified professional for safety.

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