Williamsburg for Port 68 Portsmouth Pineapple Hex Lamp

Description

The pineapple was a rare and expensive fruit in the colonies, and symbolized the spirit of hospitality. As such, it … more The pineapple was a rare and expensive fruit in the colonies, and symbolized the spirit of hospitality. As such, it was a popular and recurring design motif in eighteenth century decorative arts--and still the sign of hospitality today. The colorful floral design of the Portsmouth Pineapple is interpreted from an early nineteenth-century wallpaper in the collection of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. The lamp features gold highlights. Hexagon shaped lucite base. Porcelain lamp. Aged brass finished ball finial. 3 way switch. 100 watt bulb max. Shade: Empire soft back shade with single fold trim. Off white polyester fabric shade. Brass spider. 13" x 17" X 11"SH. Materials: porcelain

Care Instructions: Indoor use only. Clean with soft dry cloth

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