Lamp - Painted flowers - Ceramic, Crystal - candelabrum

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Portugal-made Renaissance-style candelabrum dating from circa 1960–1970, with a hand-painted ceramic base and a frosted crystal glass shade, measuring 70 cm high by 17 cm in width and depth, in good used condition and in working order.

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Description from the seller

It is a lamp that seems to have emerged from that realm where decorative renaissance blends with mid-20th-century Portuguese folk craft, creating an object that is at once domestic, ceremonial, and deeply expressive. The base, made of hand-painted ceramic, displays a repertoire of floral and geometric motifs that recall the traditional workshops of Portugal—and yes, that Conímbriga vibe is there, in the vivid color, in the assured brushwork, in the way the shades of red, blue, yellow, and white intertwine without losing clarity. It is not a literal copy of archaeological ceramics, but a modern reinterpretation that takes its ornamental spirit.

The shaft, with its elegant twist, provides verticality and dynamism, as if the piece wants to rise toward the light. The paint, applied with care, follows the rhythm of that twist, creating a nearly textile effect, as if the ceramic were wrapped in a festive fabric. The wide, circular base, also decorated, anchors the piece and lends it sculptural presence.

At the top, the frosted glass shade introduces a soft contrast: its milky transparency, with delicate engravings, filters the light and turns it into a warm, intimate glow, almost like an oil lamp reinterpreted for electricity. That dialogue between the opaque and the translucent, between the painted and the engraved, is what gives the lamp its character as a Renaissance-inspired candelabrum reimagined, an object that seems old and modern at once.

Overall, it is a piece that combines craft, color, floral symbolism, and a stylized historical air, perfect for an interior seeking personality and a touch of Mediterranean exotism.

Shipped with certificate and careful packing."

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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It is a lamp that seems to have emerged from that realm where decorative renaissance blends with mid-20th-century Portuguese folk craft, creating an object that is at once domestic, ceremonial, and deeply expressive. The base, made of hand-painted ceramic, displays a repertoire of floral and geometric motifs that recall the traditional workshops of Portugal—and yes, that Conímbriga vibe is there, in the vivid color, in the assured brushwork, in the way the shades of red, blue, yellow, and white intertwine without losing clarity. It is not a literal copy of archaeological ceramics, but a modern reinterpretation that takes its ornamental spirit.

The shaft, with its elegant twist, provides verticality and dynamism, as if the piece wants to rise toward the light. The paint, applied with care, follows the rhythm of that twist, creating a nearly textile effect, as if the ceramic were wrapped in a festive fabric. The wide, circular base, also decorated, anchors the piece and lends it sculptural presence.

At the top, the frosted glass shade introduces a soft contrast: its milky transparency, with delicate engravings, filters the light and turns it into a warm, intimate glow, almost like an oil lamp reinterpreted for electricity. That dialogue between the opaque and the translucent, between the painted and the engraved, is what gives the lamp its character as a Renaissance-inspired candelabrum reimagined, an object that seems old and modern at once.

Overall, it is a piece that combines craft, color, floral symbolism, and a stylized historical air, perfect for an interior seeking personality and a touch of Mediterranean exotism.

Shipped with certificate and careful packing."

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Renaissance Style
Title additional information
candelabrum
Material
Ceramic, Crystal
Model
Painted flowers
Country of origin
Portugal
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
70 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
17 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
SpainVerified
3245
Objects sold
90.03%
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