Table lamp - papier-mâché - Kashmir, India
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Vintage Kashmiri table lamp from India, made of traditional pressed papier-mâché, hand-painted and glossed in orange with red and gold tones on a black base, dating to the 1970s–1980s, with one fitting, height about 48 cm, European wiring and fully functional; the lampshade was replaced later and the piece is in very good vintage condition with minimal signs of aging.
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Vintage table lamp from Kashmir (India).
Material: Traditional, densely pressed papier‑mâché, hand-painted and clear‑lacquered
Era: Approximately 1970s to 1980s
Special feature (paintwork): It features the classic Gul-i-Wilayat / Hazara pattern (Thousand Flowers).
The delicate, dense floral painting in orange, red, and gold tones on a black base coat testifies to the masterful precision of traditional Kashmiri artisans.
Dimensions: Total height (including shade): approx. 48 cm / lamp base height: approx. 40 cm, base diameter 14 cm
Electrical: European wiring, fully functional
Condition: Very good vintage condition with minimal age-related wear to the lacquer. The lampshade was professionally replaced at a later date and harmonizes perfectly with the painting on the base.
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Vintage table lamp from Kashmir (India).
Material: Traditional, densely pressed papier‑mâché, hand-painted and clear‑lacquered
Era: Approximately 1970s to 1980s
Special feature (paintwork): It features the classic Gul-i-Wilayat / Hazara pattern (Thousand Flowers).
The delicate, dense floral painting in orange, red, and gold tones on a black base coat testifies to the masterful precision of traditional Kashmiri artisans.
Dimensions: Total height (including shade): approx. 48 cm / lamp base height: approx. 40 cm, base diameter 14 cm
Electrical: European wiring, fully functional
Condition: Very good vintage condition with minimal age-related wear to the lacquer. The lampshade was professionally replaced at a later date and harmonizes perfectly with the painting on the base.
Insured shipping with tracking.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Kaschmir
Title additional information
Kashmir, India
Number of objects
1
Material
papier-mâché
Country of origin
India
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
48 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Colour
Orange
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
1970-1980
