Pair of Mid-Century Black & Gold Tole Lamps With Gothic Revival Pagoda Shades

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A striking pair of mid-20th-century tole lamps marrying Gothic Revival drama with refined mid-century craftsmanship. Each lamp features a tall … Read more A striking pair of mid-20th-century tole lamps marrying Gothic Revival drama with refined mid-century craftsmanship. Each lamp features a tall brass candlestick base supporting a hand-painted black and gold tole shade with a distinctive pagoda form. The shades are finished with embossed foliate motifs and decorative ball trim along the edges, creating a statement silhouette that glows with moody elegance when lit. Elegant yet theatrical, these lamps will bring sculptural presence to your console, entry, or library.

Measures: 39.5 " high, shades 13" square.

COLLECTOR'S NOTES
In the 1950s and ’60s, Gothic Revival motifs experienced a renaissance in interior design, blending romantic revivalism with modern materials like painted tole. Lamps of this type were often retailed through upscale department stores such as Bloomingdale’s and Gump’s, where they were prized for their moody color palette and sculptural flair. See less