Table lamp - An Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Baluster Vase Lamp - Enamel, Metal

Chinese cloisonné enamel baluster vase mounted as a table lamp, phoenix and peonies on a red ground, brass mounts, 20th century, 72 cm

A Chinese cloisonné enamel baluster vase, later mounted as a table lamp. Brass wire outlines peonies, magnolia blossoms and a phoenix in yellow, blue, green, white and pink enamels on a brick-red ground. Turquoise lappets and a ruyi-cloud border decorate the neck, with a turquoise band at the foot. It has a brass cap with a beaded edge, a pierced brass base, a brass socket with a key switch, and a cream fabric shade. It measures 72 x 20 x 20 cm including the shade. Probably 20th century.

Condition: there is a small enamel chip on the neck and the usual firing pits in the enamel. The brass is tarnished and spotted. The shade is stained and frayed at the edge. The electrical fittings are old, American-style, untested and not EU-certified, and the cord has been taped. It is sold as a decorative object, so please have it rewired by a qualified electrician before use. Please see the photos.