AN ANTIQUE CHINESE POLYCHROME ON BLACK GROUND ENAMELED CLOISONNÉ BOTTLE FORM MELON VASE LAMP, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the circular flat rim above a lobed neck and bulbous body ending over a conforming short flaring base, the colorfully enameled sides on a black ground with graduated fretwork interspersed with auspicious blossoming and fruiting foliage, above oval reserves, centering lotus bloom topped circular shou symbols amidst delicate scrolling vines and flanked by spread-winged bats, over a band of lotus flowers alternating similarly detailed bats and raised on a flaring foot enclosing continuous floral curling vines, height: 12 1/4", diameter: 8"; mounted on a carved hardwood stand and surmounted by a modern pierced brass shou symbol finial, fitted for electricity and a custom black silk pleated shade with bullion thread trim, total height: 28", diameter: 13 1/4". Note: A virtually identical black ground cloisonne vase lamp was sold by Elite Auctioneers of Boca Raton, FL, on Oct 15, 2019, lot 243 for $1,300.

Good condition with some expected light gilding wear revealing copper base metal and normal light surface wear as well as buildup in crevices. Shade has some dust but otherwise is in good shape. Wiring should be brought up to date. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.