Bedside table lamp - Silver

Splendid and rare pair of vintage two-light table lamps (abajur) dating from the mid-20th century (roughly the 1950s/60s), of refined Italian craftsmanship. The central stems, characterized by an elegant, classic line, are made of finely turned natural green onyx with spectacular warm, unique veining for each piece. All metal finishes (the stepped circular base, decorative collars, and the upper ring holder) are in solid 800 silver, finely chased and worked with geometric motifs, fine beading, and leaf details. The upper ring features the decorative contoured arms originally intended to support glass dome-shades. Provenance of excellence: the lamps bear under the blue velvet base the original paper label of the historic and exclusive jewelry/silver shop “Ugo Ghiraldin” of Padua (Via S. Francesco 38), active since 1950. The five-digit old telephone number on the sticker confirms the era. Hallmarks and marks: The upper ring clearly bears the Italian silver hallmarks: the “800” hallmark enclosed in an oval (metal purity) and the polygonal maker’s mark. Technical details and measurements: Overall height: 25 cm Outer diameter of the upper silver ring: 13 cm Total weight: 621 grams per lamp (about 1.25 kg for the pair). Weight of the detachable pure silver part: The upper silver section of a single lamp weighs 128 grams (256 grams total for the two upper rings). Electrical system: Original period wiring, perfectly preserved and working, featuring transparent insulation, a flat two-pin plug, and a distinctive oval tortoiseshell-veined switch. Bulbs included. Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. The onyx is intact, without runs or deep cracks. The silver shows a beautiful natural patina of time, easily polished to a mirror finish if desired. Glass shades not included.