Table lamp - Modernist - Ceramic, Wood - Chinoiserie
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Modernist ceramic lamp on a dark wooden base, model Modernista, from France, in good used condition with minor signs of age, ceramic body featuring chinoiserie motifs, 24 cm wide, 24 cm deep, 44 cm high, and in working order.
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It is a modernist ceramic lamp from the second half of the 20th century that naturally embraces the decorative language of chinoiserie, that Western taste for reinterpreting Oriental motifs with an elegant, colorful and slightly fantastical air. The ceramic body, with a generous and well-proportioned silhouette, is covered by a profusion of scenes and ornaments: stylized flowers, delicate figures, suggested landscapes and details that evoke antique porcelains without imitating them literally. The palette, vibrant yet balanced, adds depth and makes the piece an object enjoyed both when off and when lit.
The dark, discreet wooden base acts as the perfect counterpoint: it elevates the ceramic, frames it and gives it visual stability. That type of base is very characteristic of mid-century decorative lamps, where the aim was to combine noble materials to reinforce the presence of the object without diminishing the main body.
The ensemble conveys a blend of gentle exoticism and modern design: a lamp conceived to provide light, yes, but also to introduce an artistic accent in the interior, a small fragment of Oriental fantasy reinterpreted from the European sensibility of the 20th century.
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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.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a modernist ceramic lamp from the second half of the 20th century that naturally embraces the decorative language of chinoiserie, that Western taste for reinterpreting Oriental motifs with an elegant, colorful and slightly fantastical air. The ceramic body, with a generous and well-proportioned silhouette, is covered by a profusion of scenes and ornaments: stylized flowers, delicate figures, suggested landscapes and details that evoke antique porcelains without imitating them literally. The palette, vibrant yet balanced, adds depth and makes the piece an object enjoyed both when off and when lit.
The dark, discreet wooden base acts as the perfect counterpoint: it elevates the ceramic, frames it and gives it visual stability. That type of base is very characteristic of mid-century decorative lamps, where the aim was to combine noble materials to reinforce the presence of the object without diminishing the main body.
The ensemble conveys a blend of gentle exoticism and modern design: a lamp conceived to provide light, yes, but also to introduce an artistic accent in the interior, a small fragment of Oriental fantasy reinterpreted from the European sensibility of the 20th century.
Insured shipping and secure packaging.
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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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Chinoiserie
Material
Ceramic, Wood
Model
Modernist
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
44 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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