Lamp (2) - Silver
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Selected by Inés Fernández
Specialised in Spanish and Portuguese silver with over 10 years in galleries and auctions.
Estimate € 500 - € 550
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Two vintage Italian table lamps from the 1950s–60s, with green natural onyx stems and solid 800 silver fittings, 25 cm high and 13 cm in diameter at the upper silver ring, weighing about 1.25 kg together, wired with original cord and plug and bulbs included, but in discrete condition with probable small missing pieces and not in working order.
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Splendid and rare pair of vintage table lamps (abat-jour) dating from the mid-20th century (roughly 1950s/60s), of refined Italian craftsmanship. The central stems, characterized by an elegant, classic line, are made of polished natural green onyx, with beautiful warm and 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, fluting, and leaf details. The upper ring features the shaped decorative arms originally designed to support glass dome shades. Exceptional provenance: The lamps bear under the blue velvet base the original paper label of the historic exclusive jewelry/silverware shop “Ugo Ghiraldin” of Padua (Via S. Francesco 38), active since 1950. The old five-digit phone number on the sticker confirms the era. Hallmarks and Makers’ marks: Clearly visible on the upper ring are the Italian silver hallmarks: the “800” stamp 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 total for the pair). Weight of the removable silver portion alone: The upper silver metal section of a single lamp weighs 128 grams (256 grams total for the two upper rings). Electrical system: Original period wiring, perfectly preserved and functional, equipped with clear insulation, a two-pin flat plug, and the characteristic tortoiseshell-veined toggle switch. Bulbs included. Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. The onyx is intact, without veins or deep cracks. The silver shows a beautiful natural patina of age and can be polished to a mirror finish if desired. Glass shades not included.
Splendid and rare pair of vintage table lamps (abat-jour) dating from the mid-20th century (roughly 1950s/60s), of refined Italian craftsmanship. The central stems, characterized by an elegant, classic line, are made of polished natural green onyx, with beautiful warm and 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, fluting, and leaf details. The upper ring features the shaped decorative arms originally designed to support glass dome shades. Exceptional provenance: The lamps bear under the blue velvet base the original paper label of the historic exclusive jewelry/silverware shop “Ugo Ghiraldin” of Padua (Via S. Francesco 38), active since 1950. The old five-digit phone number on the sticker confirms the era. Hallmarks and Makers’ marks: Clearly visible on the upper ring are the Italian silver hallmarks: the “800” stamp 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 total for the pair). Weight of the removable silver portion alone: The upper silver metal section of a single lamp weighs 128 grams (256 grams total for the two upper rings). Electrical system: Original period wiring, perfectly preserved and functional, equipped with clear insulation, a two-pin flat plug, and the characteristic tortoiseshell-veined toggle switch. Bulbs included. Conditions: Excellent vintage condition. The onyx is intact, without veins or deep cracks. The silver shows a beautiful natural patina of age and can be polished to a mirror finish if desired. Glass shades not included.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Material
Silver
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
In working order
No
Height
25 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
1.25 kg
Estimated period
1950-1960
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