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Pair Antique French Cloisonne Lamps circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique French Cloisonne Lamps circa 1890
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1890s French Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Pair of Antique Chinese Champlevé or Cloisonné Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of antique Chinese champlevé or cloisonné lamps. Lovely pair of antique Chinese bronze
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Antique Cloisonne Lamp, Japanese, Bronze, Table Light, Victorian, Meiji, C.1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cloisonné lamp. A Japanese, bronze urn with light conversion, dating to the
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Victorian Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Onyx and Cloisonné Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Onyx and Cloisonné lamp. The lamp is raised by
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Onyx

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical Onyx, Ormolu and Cloisonné Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical onyx, ormolu and Cloisonné lamps. Each lamp is
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Onyx, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble, Ormolu and Cloisonné Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, ormolu and Cloisonné lamps. Each lamp is raised by a rectangular base with an elegant curved mottled
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Marble, Ormolu

Asian Bronze Champlevé Dragon Cloisonné Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Bronze champlevé lamp with stylized dragon enameled cloisonné design surrounding and gorgeous
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Cloisonné Lamps
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a lovely pair of cloisonné turquoise lamps painted overall with colorful figures and images
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Pair Fine 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Lamps
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of 19th century Chinese Cloisonne enamel vases, each with wonderful myithical
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Ormolu

Pair Antique Japanese, Meiji period, late 19th century, Cloisonné Lamps
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique late 19th century Japanese rendered in imitation of Chinese cloisonne
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19th Century Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Japanese Cloisonne Table Lamp Mounted on Brass
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality Japanese Cloisonné Lamp, with blue, red and green enamel inlay on a brass base
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Cloisonne Lamp

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents This exquisite early
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

Materials

Brass

Cloisonné Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautiful 19th century Chinese cloisonné ginger jar lamp on a wooden stand. The lamp has a nice
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1880s Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Cloisonné Ginger Jar Lamp
Cloisonné Ginger Jar Lamp
H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in
Antique Floral Cloisonne Vase Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a hand-painted antique Asian floral cloisonné vase transformed into a lamp. The pattern on
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Porcelain

Superb Cloisonné Baluster Urn Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Superb Cloisonné Baluster Urn Table Lamp A French cloisonné baluster urn Table Lamp, this is is
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1920s Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Egyptian Revival Bronze Cloisonne Floor Lamp
Located in Fulton, CA
Unusual Egyptian Revival Japanese bronze floor lamp with cloisonne Egyptian figures. Measures 73 in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Egyptian Revival Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

Chinese Cloisonné vase/ lamp, circa 1880
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné vase / lamp. Having wonderful bold colour
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

French Onyx and Cloisonne Banquet Lamp
Located in Montreal, QC
This tall lamp is remarkable for its use of onyx and cloisonne. The onyx is from Algeria and the
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Mid-19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Onyx, Enamel

Chinese cloisonne twin handled lamp base
Located in Cheshire, GB
Chinese cloisonne twin-handled lamp base with panels of foliate motifs and roundels featuring
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass

Chinese cloisonne twin handled lamp base
Chinese cloisonne twin handled lamp base
H 20.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Cloisonné Table Lamp on Bronze, China 1880
Located in Paris, FR
Cloisonné table lamp on bronze China circa 1880 Original a vase it has been rewired as a table lamp
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair Chinese Cloisonné Vases / Lamps, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very decorative pair of late 19th century Chinese cloisonné enamel vases / lamps. Each having
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Ormolu

Vintage Cloisonne Inlaid Floral Turquoise Table Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elevate your living space with this captivating Lamp Table in a rich fusion of brown and turquoise
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1920s Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Pair of bronze cloisonné enamel lamps, XIXth c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pair of bronze cloisonné enamel vases with brown patina and mounted as lamps. Japan, late 19th c.
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19th Century Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Ceramic

Pair of Early 20th Century Cloisonné Vases / Lamps
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality pair of late 19th century Chinese cloisonné enamel and gilded ormolu vases
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Antique Cloisonne Enamel Footed Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Illuminate your space with this exceptional antique cloisonné enamel footed ginger jar table lamp
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19th Century Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass, Enamel

Pair Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vases / Lamps
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Cloisonné enamel vases, each having a Grey
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Two Antique Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Lamps
Located in London, GB
These antique lamps feature beautiful Chinese cloisonné enamel bodies and fine French gilt bronze
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu

Rare Pair of Cloisonné Vases Mounted as Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A Billy Haines style pair of late 19th or early 20th century cloisonné vases loose mounted on newly
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19th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Antique 19th Century Cloisonné Urn Made Into Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th Century Antique Cloissoné Urn Made into Lamp.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass

Pair of Japanese Large cloisonné enamel Lamps , 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
Charming pair of cloisonné enamel vases from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912), each with a
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

Two Antique Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Oil Lamps
Located in London, GB
lamp bodies are topped by cylindrical necks, which are encircled by cloisonné enamel blue and yellow
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu

Japanese Cloisonne Vase fitted as an electric table lamp
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Cloisonne Vase fitted as an electric table lamp. The bulbous vase form with tall narrow
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Lamps
Located in London, GB
A PAIR OF CHINESE CLOISONNÉ VASES MOUNTED AS LAMPS In the 17th century England & Holland, two
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19th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair Antique Chinese Cloisonné Porcelain Hexagonal Lamps, circa 1910-1920
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Chinese Cloisonné Porcelain hexagonal lamps, circa 1910-1920.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Porcelain

Vintage Middle Eastern Cloisonné Champlevé Blue Green Brass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Middle Eastern Cloisonné Champlevé Blue Green Etched Brass Table Lamp. Circa Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass

Late 19th century Japanese Cloisonne Vase Mounted as a Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century Japanese cloisonne vase mounted as a lamp. Late Meiji period vase mounted as a
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Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Silver, Copper

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Cloisonne Urn Table Lamps
By Champeleve
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of gilt bronze and hand-painted and enameled Champleve lamps. An elegant modern
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Early 20th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases/Lamps
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive pair of early 20th century Chinese Cloisonne enamel vases / lamps, each with
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Brass Table Lamp with Double Socket
Located in Toledo, OH
A beautiful Japanese Meiji cloisonné table lamp. It features an enamel finish with a black field
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass

Japanese Silver Wire Cloisonne Vase Lamp, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A vibrant Japanese turquoise ground and silver wire cloisonne vase, now mounted as a lamp, Meiji
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Rock Crystal, Silver, Brass, Copper

Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Oriental Cloisonne Enamel Vase Table Lamps Black
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A large and exquisite pair of matching Japanese Cloisonné table lamps on ebonised bases, profusely
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1910s Japanese Japonisme Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass, Enamel

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Accent or Boudoir Table Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of unmatched antique lamps are unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Japan and
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Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass

Japanese Cloisonné Copper and Enamel Table Lamp, 1st Quarter 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
beautifully crafted cloisonne on copper lamp mounted on a giltwood base, vivid enamel colors.
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1910s Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Copper, Enamel

Japanese Onyx and Cloisonné Enamel Table Lamp, 1st Quarter 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a square onyx base with brass feet below a shaped socle, the lamp a series of onyx and
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1910s Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Onyx, Enamel

19th C, Chinese, Champleve Cloisonne Vase Mounted as a Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Charming champleve cloisonné bronze base, enameled table lamp, in very good, original, clean and
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19th Century American Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Bronze Mounted Cloisonné Chinoiserie Lamps, French, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Each surmounted by a stork aloft a tortoise and feeding from a snake, the body elaborately decorated with masks, garlands, tassels, and fish against a lattice ground.
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1880s French Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Arts & Craft Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Enamel Vase Lamp by Mimi London, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of two Chinese Cloisonné bronze table lamps made by Mimi London. Each lamp features 2 standard
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19th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Cloisonne Enamel Lamps with Gilt Bronze Mounting, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of cloisonné enamel Japanese style roll shaped lamps with a gilt bronze mounting. Blue
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Early 1900s Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Late 19th Century Pair O Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Cylindrical Brass Vases Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Chinese Cloisonne enameled cylindrical brass vase lamps. Circa 1890s. Cloisonné enamel
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Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Brass, Enamel

Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Bronze Vase 19th Century Mounted as a Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
The cloisonné enamel bronze vase is mounted in table lamp. The quality of the piece is very
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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

Pair of Lamps in Black Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Origin: probably China and France. Pair of bottles shaped lamps in black cloisonné enamel mounted
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Bronze

Japanese Cloisonné Dragon Handle Vase Mounted as a Table Lamp, ca. 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
Height as photographed with shade 31 inches, shade not included but available for purchase
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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of 19th C Meiji Bronze Champleve and Cloisonne Enamel Vases Mounted as Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of 19th century Japanese Meiji Bronze Champleve and Cloisonne Enameled Vases Mounted as
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

Chinese Dragon-Form Cloisonné Enamel Candelabra
Located in London, GB
Chinese dragon-form cloisonné enamel candelabra Chinese, early 20th century Measures: Height 31cm
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bronze Candlesticks Lamp Base, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Japanese Cloisonne enamel 13" bronze candlesticks lamp base - a pair. Item features tall
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Bronze

19th Century Pair of Cloisonnè Vases with Later Worked Electrification
Located in Epfach, DE
19th century pair of cloisonnè Vases, china ca 1880 enamel and cloisonnè. The high of the vases
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1880s Chinese Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel

Pair of Oriental Style Enamel Lamps, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of French, oriental style cloisonné enamel vases / lamps, each having wonderful
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Late 19th Century French Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Ormolu

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Opium Oil Lamp
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and a bit unusual Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) cloisonne enameled opium lamp. Originating in
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal, Enamel

Large Scale Japanese Cloisonne Tree Bark Vase Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large scale Japanese "Tree Bark" style Cloisonne vase lamp. The vase itself is believed to be 19th
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19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Metal

Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period brass oil lamp. Features a vivid cloisonne enamel dragon motif set
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloisonne Lamp

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Enamel, Brass

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Antique Cloisonne Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique cloisonne lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, enamel and bronze, every antique cloisonne lamp was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique cloisonne lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique cloisonne lamp made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Ferdinand Barbedienne, Champeleve and Gagneau Paris each produced at least one beautiful antique cloisonne lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Cloisonne Lamp?

An antique cloisonne lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,565, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $30,000.

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Questions About Antique Cloisonne Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if cloisonne is antique, check the surface for a smooth finish. Antique pieces were made with more care and precision than modern and knock-off pieces are. Additionally, an antique piece will have more weight to it than a modern example, mainly because many modern pieces are made with resin. Always purchase antique jewelry from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of antique cloisonne from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.

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