Floor lamp - Brass, Marble, pig's bladder

Elegant Vintage Table Lamp with Atlas Figure & Marble Base – European Antique with Mythological Allure

This refined vintage table lamp is a unique decorative object with a strong classical appearance. The lamp is supported by an elegantly designed Atlas figure (inspired by Greek mythology), made of metal with a warm bronze patina. The base is crafted from solid, light-colored marble with a soft, natural veining pattern – a timeless material widely used in European interiors from the first half of the 20th century.

Origin

The lamp comes from a private villa collection in Southern Europe, where it was part of an interior with a preference for neoclassical and mythologically inspired decoration for decades. According to family tradition, the lamp was purchased from a local antiquaire on the coast, specializing in European lighting and decorative objects from France and Italy. The style and choice of materials—metallic sculptural support, a shade with decorative trim, and a marble base—clearly indicate European production (probably French or Italian) from the period 1920–1950.

Object description
Material: metal (bronze look) + solid marble
• Cap: original cap made from pig bladder with decorative band (light signs of use appropriate for its age, see photo)
Height: 31 cm
Condition: good vintage condition, working lighting, light signs of age that emphasize authenticity.
Electricity: European cord with on/off switch.

Details

Unique sculptural design with mythological inspiration.
Original cover and natural marble foot
Beautiful aged patina – ready for a second life in a stylish interior.
A decorative object and functional lighting

Conclusion

An impressive, decorative table lamp that combines craftsmanship, antique materials, and mythological symbolism. Perfect for collectors of vintage design lighting, mythological sculptures, or classical interior accents.