Pr of 19C CHINESE CARVED ROSE QUARTZ PEACOCK LAMPS, QING DYNASTY

An impressive pair of richly colored pink rose quartz hand carved peacocks with superb high relief detail resting on a custom carved rosewood open work floating cloud base raised on a pagoda style floral adorned parcel gilt metal base accented with a carved rose hard-stone in the center. Long cord with antique tumbler switches are work. Lamps are working, however you should have your electrician look the wiring over for safety. Comes with as seen shades.

DETAILS:
- SIZE: 20-3/4 in. total lamp height.
- ROSE QUARTZ: 7 in. height x 5 in. width.
- CONDITION: Normal wear commensurate with age. Some staining to the shades. Lamps are working, however you should have your electrician look the wiring over for safety.

BACKGROUND:
In Chinese culture, the peacock is a symbol of the Ming Dynasty, representing divinity, beauty, power, and rank. It is also associated with culture and civilization in Chinese paintings. Peacocks are also associated with the goddess of compassion Guan Yin because of their 100-eyed tail. The peacock's beautiful colors and ?eyes? on the tail represent fame and good luck, as they enhance one's protection and awareness. The peacock is also said to be the kindest and most intelligent bird, an auspicious symbol of happiness.

Rose quartz is popular in Feng Shui because of its manganese and titanium strength, which is said to help calm and heal the mind. Some believe that rose quartz lamps can promote a sense of calm by radiating their energy throughout the room.

Normal wear commensurate with age. Some staining to the shades. Lamps are working, however you should have your electrician look the wiring over for safety.