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Pair of Fine Quality Bronzed Winged Sphinx of Bold Form
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    Specialists in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks - chosen for their quality, colour and patination
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Pair of Fine Quality Bronzed Winged Sphinx of Bold Form

1900 - 1920
Sold 25 March 2025 · John Beazor Antiques
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Pair of fine quality bronzed winged sphinx of bold form, standing on plinths with sconces wired for electricity;  good detail and patination.  Early 20th century      In need of re-wiring

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA. We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

John Beazor Antiques has dated these Bronzed Sphinx Table Lamps to the 1910s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA979456
Dealers Internal Reference
9299
Description
Pair of fine quality bronzed winged sphinx of bold form, standing on plinths with sconces wired for electricity;  good detail and patination.  Early 20th century      In need of re-wiring

John Beazor Antiques is a family firm, established in 1875 and based in Cambridge since 1940. We are a traditional antiques shop, but very much in the 21st century. We deal in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks. We choose our stock for its originality and for the quality of its colour, patination and design.

We are members of the BADA.

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We do not exhibit at fairs preferring to deal from our Cambridge shop where we hold Open Weekends from time to time.
John Beazor Antiques
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

John Beazor Antiques has dated these Bronzed Sphinx Table Lamps to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA979456
Dealers Internal Ref
9299
John Beazor Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2017

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century furniture, barometers and clocks - chosen for their quality, colour and patination

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Beazor Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

John Beazor Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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A pair of bronzed table lamps featuring winged sphinx figures mounted on rectangular bases with floral relief detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of bronzed table lamps featuring winged sphinx figures mounted on rectangular bases with floral relief detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Fine Quality Bronzed Winged Sphinx of Bold Form

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John Beazor Antiques
78-80 Regent Street
Cambridge
CB2 1DP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/beazor
Verified Since Sep 2017
Items For Sale 62
Items Sold 530
John Beazor Antiques
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Location: John Beazor Antiques, 78-80 Regent Street, Cambridge, CB2 1DP, United Kingdom
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A pair of bronzed table lamps featuring winged sphinx figures mounted on rectangular bases with floral relief detailing.
Pair of fine quality bronzed winged sphinx of bold form
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A pair of bronzed table lamps featuring winged sphinx figures mounted on rectangular bases with floral relief detailing.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze, Brass, Metal
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsWinged sphinx figures, Rectangular bases, Floral relief border, Classical drapery
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 9.5 cm (4 in)

The sphinx motif has ancient roots in Egyptian and Greek mythology, seeing major revivals during the Neoclassical period of the late 18th century and the Egyptian Revival of the 19th century, when archaeological discoveries captured the public imagination.

These items are typically produced using bronze or brass-plated metal alloys, often utilising the lost-wax casting method or sand casting to achieve fine detail, followed by chemical patination to create a bronzed finish.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the quality of the chasing and patination, the weight of the metal, the construction of the base, and the type of electrical components or wiring fittings relative to the stated era.

These lamps work well as statement pieces on sideboards or consoles, introducing classical asymmetry and sculptural weight to eclectic, gentlemans library, or maximalist design schemes.

Maintenance requires dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can strip the patinated finish, and keeping them away from direct moisture and heat sources.
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