Monumental Archaic Chinese Bronze Lamps With Silk Shades - A Pair

Description

Absolute show stoppers here, these are beyond impressive - true statement lamps in every sense. The solid bronze vases are … more Absolute show stoppers here, these are beyond impressive - true statement lamps in every sense. The solid bronze vases are styled after the Archaic Chinese Shang Dynasty "Fanglei" designs which date from around the year 1650. These are likely from the late 19th/early 20th century and incredibly well done. Solid Rosewood base and cap, solid brass adjustable rods, one bakelite push switch per lightbulb, original wiring tested and in good working order. The original silk shades are to die for, fantastic Chinese design with graduated slight curves - really masterfully done and the silk is in good condition for the age (few light blemishes but no tears, they are used). Custom solid bronze finials to match the vases, and custom painted brass to blend into the verdegris bronze. Exceptional pair of lamps, one of a kind!!!

New brown silk cords and electrical have been gone through. One of the plastic push buttons is chipped but still works, just a small chip.

Similar to James Mont pieces (some mistake them to be James Mont pieces but they are not).

Shades measure 23.5" wide, 16.5" deep, and 22" tall.

Bases are 11" x 8" x 24" tall (measured to the top of the wood cap).

Overall height to top of finial is 48" (adjustable down to 40" with current shades, lower with new shades). less