Description
This striking neoclassical column table lamp is a masterful fusion of craftsmanship and elegant design, created using a variety of vintage lamp components. It is truly one-of-a-kind, skillfully constructed from an array of materials including spelter, brass, marble, milk glass, and crystal.
The lamp's foundation is a gold-toned brass pedestal base, featuring ornate claw feet. At each corner of the pedestal sits a mischievous cherub, lending the piece a sense of classical grandeur. The base is crowned with a square slab of white marble, providing a solid and refined platform for the central column. Rising from this marble base is a fluted spelter column, its antique white-painted finish evoking a sense of timeless sophistication. The base of the column is surrounded by intricately gold-toned leaves in relief, while the top is crowned with a decorative gold-tone capital, completing the neoclassical aesthetic.
Atop the column sits a Fenton-style milk glass orb, reminiscent of the fine craftsmanship of vintage glassmakers. The egg-shaped orb is characterized by its signature hobnail texture, which adds a subtle tactile element to the design and diffuses the light in a soft, inviting glow.
Extending from the column are four elegantly scrolled metal arms, each adorned with sparkling crystal prisms that dangle gracefully. These prismatic accents not only add a touch of glamour but also enhance the lamp's ambient lighting, creating a shimmering effect when illuminated.
Despite its traditional neoclassical elements, the combination of varied shapes and textures"” gives this lamp a versatility that allows it to complement a wide range of interior design styles.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Age related wear.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Stiffel
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Crystal, Marble, Milk Glass
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
The lamp's foundation is a gold-toned brass pedestal base, featuring ornate claw feet. At each corner of the pedestal sits a mischievous cherub, lending the piece a sense of classical grandeur. The base is crowned with a square slab of white marble, providing a solid and refined platform for the central column. Rising from this marble base is a fluted spelter column, its antique white-painted finish evoking a sense of timeless sophistication. The base of the column is surrounded by intricately gold-toned leaves in relief, while the top is crowned with a decorative gold-tone capital, completing the neoclassical aesthetic.
Atop the column sits a Fenton-style milk glass orb, reminiscent of the fine craftsmanship of vintage glassmakers. The egg-shaped orb is characterized by its signature hobnail texture, which adds a subtle tactile element to the design and diffuses the light in a soft, inviting glow.
Extending from the column are four elegantly scrolled metal arms, each adorned with sparkling crystal prisms that dangle gracefully. These prismatic accents not only add a touch of glamour but also enhance the lamp's ambient lighting, creating a shimmering effect when illuminated.
Despite its traditional neoclassical elements, the combination of varied shapes and textures"” gives this lamp a versatility that allows it to complement a wide range of interior design styles.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Age related wear.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Stiffel
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Crystal, Marble, Milk Glass
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Age related wear.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
47 x 8 x 8 in
Vintage Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Estimate $270-$820
Starting Price
$140
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The July Edit
Jun 26, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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