Table lamp - Walnut, Biscuit porcelain - B. Merli
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Art Deco porcelain table lamp signed B. Merli, with porcelain, wood and composite construction, originating from Italy and in working order, measuring 25 cm wide, 25 cm deep and 55 cm high (weight 2 kg) with one fitting and an estimated period of 1981.
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Art Deco porcelain table lamp signed B. Merli – Elegant lady with greyhound – circa 1930
Description
Elegant Art Deco table lamp dating from circa 1925–1935, featuring a figurative white porcelain sculpture depicting a stylized lady accompanied by a greyhound, an iconic symbol of Art Deco elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is hand-signed “B. Merli” at the base (see photo). It is mounted on an original turned wooden base, with a curved metal stem, and completed by a fringed lampshade, consistent with the period.
A refined decorative piece, characteristic of high-quality European Art Deco production, ideal for a classic or Art Deco interior.
Details
Artist: B. Merli
Manufacturer / Workshop: Unknown (attributable to a European workshop)
Period: circa 1925–1935
Style: Art Deco
Materials: porcelain, turned wood, metal, fabric.
Signature: yes, hand-signed “B. Merli” on the base.
Condition: good overall condition, with minor age-related wear.
Electrical system: operational (not recently inspected)
Notes
This is an antique decorative object; since the electrical system is original, updating may be considered depending on the intended use.
Shipping
Carefully packed and shipped, with the lampshade packed separately.
Art Deco porcelain lamp signed B. Merli – Elegant woman and greyhound – circa 1930
Description
Elegant Art Deco table lamp from the circa 1925–1935 period, consisting of a figurative sculpture in white porcelain depicting a stylized young woman accompanied by a greyhound, an animal emblematic of Art Deco aesthetics, symbolizing elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is hand-signed 'B. Merli' at the base (see photo). It is mounted on an antique turned wood base, with a curved metal mount, and completed with a fringed lampshade, consistent with the period.
Beautiful quality decorative piece, typical of European Art Deco productions, ideal for a classic or Art Deco interior.
Details:
Artist: B. Merli
Manufacturer / Workshop: Unknown (work attributed to a European workshop)
Period: circa 1925–1935
Style: Art Deco
Materials: porcelain, turned wood, metal, fabric.
Signature: yes, handwritten signature « B. Merli » visible under the sculpture.
Condition: good overall condition, with slight signs of age consistent with the age.
Electricity: functional (not reviewed)
Remarks
Antique decorative object; since the electrical system has not been modified, it can be brought up to standard depending on the intended use.
dispatch
Careful and secure shipping, lampshade packed separately.
Art Deco porcelain table lamp signed B. Merli – Elegant lady with greyhound – circa 1930
Description
Elegant Art Deco table lamp dating from circa 1925–1935, featuring a figurative white porcelain sculpture depicting a stylized lady accompanied by a greyhound, an iconic symbol of Art Deco elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is hand-signed “B. Merli” at the base (see photo). It is mounted on an original turned wooden base, with a curved metal stem, and completed by a fringed lampshade, consistent with the period.
A refined decorative piece, characteristic of high-quality European Art Deco production, ideal for a classic or Art Deco interior.
Details
Artist: B. Merli
Manufacturer / Workshop: Unknown (attributable to a European workshop)
Period: circa 1925–1935
Style: Art Deco
Materials: porcelain, turned wood, metal, fabric.
Signature: yes, hand-signed “B. Merli” on the base.
Condition: good overall condition, with minor age-related wear.
Electrical system: operational (not recently inspected)
Notes
This is an antique decorative object; since the electrical system is original, updating may be considered depending on the intended use.
Shipping
Carefully packed and shipped, with the lampshade packed separately.
Art Deco porcelain lamp signed B. Merli – Elegant woman and greyhound – circa 1930
Description
Elegant Art Deco table lamp from the circa 1925–1935 period, consisting of a figurative sculpture in white porcelain depicting a stylized young woman accompanied by a greyhound, an animal emblematic of Art Deco aesthetics, symbolizing elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is hand-signed 'B. Merli' at the base (see photo). It is mounted on an antique turned wood base, with a curved metal mount, and completed with a fringed lampshade, consistent with the period.
Beautiful quality decorative piece, typical of European Art Deco productions, ideal for a classic or Art Deco interior.
Details:
Artist: B. Merli
Manufacturer / Workshop: Unknown (work attributed to a European workshop)
Period: circa 1925–1935
Style: Art Deco
Materials: porcelain, turned wood, metal, fabric.
Signature: yes, handwritten signature « B. Merli » visible under the sculpture.
Condition: good overall condition, with slight signs of age consistent with the age.
Electricity: functional (not reviewed)
Remarks
Antique decorative object; since the electrical system has not been modified, it can be brought up to standard depending on the intended use.
dispatch
Careful and secure shipping, lampshade packed separately.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Walnut
Porcelain type
Biscuit porcelain
Title additional information
B. Merli
No. of items
1
Material
Composite, Porcelain, Wood
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
55 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
2 kg
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated Period
1981
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