Elegant vintage Chinoiserie table lamp featuring a richly lacquered brown glass body decorated with gold chrysanthemum florals and butterflies. This piece retains its beautiful original pleated shade and matching wooden finial, creating a warm, sculptural glow when illuminated. Sourced from the David W. Estate, this lamp is a refined decorative accent perfect for a console, nightstand, or entry table in traditional or Hollywood Regency interiors.

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FULL DESCRIPTION

This beautiful vintage Chinoiserie table lamp features a richly lacquered brown glass body adorned with delicate gold chrysanthemum blossoms and flowing botanical vines. The elegant vase-form silhouette provides the perfect canvas for the intricate decoration, with flourishing florals and butterflies wrapping gracefully around the body of the lamp. The shimmering gold pattern contrasts beautifully against the warm brown lacquer, giving the piece a sophisticated decorative presence.

A particularly special feature of this lamp is its original pleated fabric lampshade, which has been preserved in lovely vintage condition. The finely structured pleats create a soft sculptural shape while diffusing the light in a warm, inviting glow. Original shades are often lost over time, making this one a wonderful detail that enhances both the authenticity and charm of the piece.

The lamp is also finished with its original wooden finial, carefully matched in tone to the lamp body. This subtle but thoughtful detail ties the entire design together visually and adds a refined finishing touch to the silhouette.

At the base, the lamp rests on a carved wooden pedestal featuring a scalloped decorative edge that provides visual grounding and a touch of architectural detail. The combination of lacquered glass, gilded decoration, carved wood base, and original shade creates a wonderfully balanced composition typical of late-20th-century decorative lighting.

The style draws inspiration from Chinoiserie, a design tradition that began in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries when Western artists and decorators became fascinated with Asian art and decorative motifs. By the mid-20th century, the style experienced a revival in decorative interiors, particularly in lamps and accent furnishings that celebrated lacquer finishes, floral ornamentation, and graceful porcelain-inspired forms.

This piece was sourced from the David W. Estate, a curated local collection known for its elegant decorative objects and traditional furnishings.

Whether placed on a console table, entryway cabinet, or bedside nightstand, this lamp brings warmth, sophistication, and timeless decorative character to a space.

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CONDITION
Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Original pleated shade shows gentle patina consistent with age. Lamp body presents beautifully with minor surface wear typical of vintage pieces. Fully functional.

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DIMENSIONS
Height: 29 in
Shade Diameter: 8 in (top)
Base Diameter: 6.5 in

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STYLES
Chinoiserie
Hollywood Regency
Traditional

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MATERIALS
Lacquered Glass
Wood
Fabric

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Extended Condition Report

This lamp is in very good vintage condition and presents beautifully as both a functional lighting piece and decorative accent.

The lacquered brown glass body remains glossy and vibrant, with the gold chrysanthemum and floral motifs displaying clearly and evenly. The decorative pattern shows only minor, age-appropriate wear consistent with careful use over time and no notable losses to the design.

The lamp rests on a carved wooden pedestal base featuring a scalloped decorative profile. The wood base is structurally sound and stable with only light surface wear typical of vintage furniture surfaces.

The lamp retains its original pleated fabric lampshade, which is a particularly charming and desirable feature. The shade shows gentle age-related patina consistent with vintage textiles but remains structurally sound and presents very well when illuminated. The pleating remains crisp and evenly formed, and the shade diffuses light beautifully.

The lamp also retains its original wooden finial, which complements the lamp body and shade nicely and adds to the overall authenticity of the piece.

The socket and wiring appear in good working condition and the lamp functions properly. As with all vintage lighting, professional inspection by a licensed electrician is recommended prior to installation in a new home if desired.

Overall, this lamp displays attractively and retains its original shade and finial, making it a well-preserved vintage decorative lighting piece.

Dimensions:
Height: 28 in.
Width: 16 in.
Depth: 16 in.

Category: Table Lamps
Origin: United States
Materials: Glass, Gold

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Extended Condition Report

This lamp is in very good vintage condition and presents beautifully as both a functional lighting piece and decorative accent.

The lacquered brown glass body remains glossy and vibrant, with the gold chrysanthemum and floral motifs displaying clearly and evenly. The decorative pattern shows only minor, age-appropriate wear consistent with careful use over time and no notable losses to the design.

The lamp rests on a carved wooden pedestal base featuring a scalloped decorative profile. The wood base is structurally sound and stable with only light surface wear typical of vintage furniture surfaces.

The lamp retains its original pleated fabric lampshade, which is a particularly charming and desirable feature. The shade shows gentle age-related patina consistent with vintage textiles but remains structurally sound and presents very well when illuminated. The pleating remains crisp and evenly formed, and the shade diffuses light beautifully.

The lamp also retains its original wooden finial, which complements the lamp body and shade nicely and adds to the overall authenticity of the piece.

The socket and wiring appear in good working condition and the lamp functions properly. As with all vintage lighting, professional inspection by a licensed electrician is recommended prior to installation in a new home if desired.

Overall, this lamp displays attractively and retains its original shade and finial, making it a well-preserved vintage decorative lighting piece.