Description
1979-2000
Wally Smith produced a full line of functional work using stoneware.
Smith was studying with Harriet Gill at the University of Tennessee when she took him to meet Charles Counts at Rising Fawn. This meeting led him to study pottery on the graduate level at the University of Tennessee with Sandy Blain. After graduation Smith began producing a full line of functional work using stoneware. At this time, all of his handles featured a thumb-stop which became a way of identifying his work.
Lamp measures 24" to the top of the finial, 16" to the top of the socket.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition for its age.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Stoneware
Details:
Power Sources: Corded
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Lamp Shade: Not Included
Country of Origin: United States
Plug Type: Type A
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Wally Smith produced a full line of functional work using stoneware.
Smith was studying with Harriet Gill at the University of Tennessee when she took him to meet Charles Counts at Rising Fawn. This meeting led him to study pottery on the graduate level at the University of Tennessee with Sandy Blain. After graduation Smith began producing a full line of functional work using stoneware. At this time, all of his handles featured a thumb-stop which became a way of identifying his work.
Lamp measures 24" to the top of the finial, 16" to the top of the socket.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition for its age.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Stoneware
Details:
Power Sources: Corded
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Lamp Shade: Not Included
Country of Origin: United States
Plug Type: Type A
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good condition for its age.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
24 x 9 x 9 in
Wallet Smith Stoneware Pottery Lamp
Estimate $140-$420
Starting Price
$70
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Collected Interiors: Antiques, Art & Decor
Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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