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Tall Oak Cherub Table Lamp
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Tall Oak Cherub Table Lamp

1900 - 1920
Description

Circa 1910-1930 an unusual and well made oak cherub table lamp in good condition. The cherub is standing on a globe, holding the base of the light.

It measures 58cm to the very top of the lamp holder and the base is approximately 20.5cm in diameter. It is a matt soft oak, the light from the camera has picked up surrounding colours and given the lamp a shine.

It is in good condition and was professionally rewired by the previous owner. On the lampholder is the TUCKER TELAC MADE IN ENGLAND stamp. Tucker Telac were well known suppliers of electrical parts during this period.

Postage and packing within the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or delivery abroad, please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Cherub Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA975071
Dealers Internal Reference
1374
Description
Circa 1910-1930 an unusual and well made oak cherub table lamp in good condition. The cherub is standing on a globe, holding the base of the light.

It measures 58cm to the very top of the lamp holder and the base is approximately 20.5cm in diameter.

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It is a matt soft oak, the light from the camera has picked up surrounding colours and given the lamp a shine.
Lancaster Antiques
fig 1. A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade.
fig 1. Tall Oak Cherub Table Lamp

It is in good condition and was professionally rewired by the previous owner. On the lampholder is the TUCKER TELAC MADE IN ENGLAND stamp. Tucker Telac were well known suppliers of electrical parts during this period.

Postage and packing within the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or delivery abroad, please contact us for a quote.

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Cherub Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA975071
Dealers Internal Ref
1374
Lancaster Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2012
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Archive I A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade.

Tall Oak Cherub Table Lamp

Archive II A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View II
Archive III A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View III
Archive IV A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View IV
Archive V A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View V
Archive VI A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View VI
Archive VII A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View IX
Archive X A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade. View X
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A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade.
TALL OAK CHERUB TABLE LAMP
Ref: SA975071
A hand-carved oak table lamp featuring a cherub figure standing on an orb base and holding a fluted stem, topped with a neutral fabric shade.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBaroque Revival
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved putto figure, Orb pedestal, Fluted stem, Moulded circular base
  • SizeH 58 cm (23 in) x W 21 cm (8 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

This tall oak table lamp dates from 1920 in a Baroque Revival style. The piece presents a warm brown matt finish with visible wood grain, featuring a hand-carved putto figure standing on an orb pedestal, supporting a fluted stem above a moulded circular base and topped with a white fabric shade with a blue trim. A brass lampholder sits atop the wooden stem, secured with a small metal fixing, while a twisted brown fabric-covered electrical flex extends from the base. It measures 58 cm high, 21 cm wide, and 21 cm deep. Placement suits a gentleman's library or study desk, sitting attractively upon a sideboard top to provide functional task or ambient lighting. The sculptural carved figure and turned elements create a striking decorative focal point in traditional interiors, blending utility with ornamental craftsmanship.

FAQs

Cherub or putto motifs originate in Classical antiquity and were re-introduced during the Italian Renaissance. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, manufacturers and woodcarvers frequently integrated these classical winged figures into decorative interior lighting fixtures, particularly in Baroque Revival and Rococo styles.

Traditional figurative table lamps were typically carved from dense hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany. The carved wood components were mounted onto weighted bases and fitted with brass or copper electrical conduits and lamp holders.

Authentic hand-carved wooden lamps feature subtle asymmetrical gouge marks, natural grain variations, and hand-tooled detailing around features like hair and drapery. Machine-moulded or cast resin reproductions exhibit uniform textures, visible seam lines, and lack the depth of genuine timber carving.

Carved wooden lighting serves as an accent piece when placed on a minimalist sideboard, console table, or writing desk. Combining the organic texture of dark oak with modern neutral lampshades creates a balanced contrast within contemporary or eclectic interior schemes.

Regular dusting with a soft, dry brush or microfibre cloth preserves the finish. Beeswax polish applied sparingly along the wood grain helps maintain moisture and patination, while electrical wiring should be periodically inspected and tested by a qualified electrician to ensure modern safety compliance.
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