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Italian Apothecary Jar Table Lamp with New Dupion Silk Lampshade, 19th Century
$1,122.46
$2,140.2847% Off
£841.93
£1,605.3847% Off
€944
€1,80047% Off
CA$1,566.95
CA$2,987.8247% Off
A$1,697.19
A$3,236.1747% Off
CHF 898.91
CHF 1,714.0247% Off
MX$20,533.47
MX$39,152.8147% Off
NOK 11,300.66
NOK 21,547.8747% Off
SEK 10,534.62
SEK 20,087.1947% Off
DKK 7,191.23
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About the Item
Handcrafted by Amitābha Studio from a late-19th-century Italian albarello labeled “U. Martiat.” with bespoke mustard dupion silk lampshade.
Meticulously handcrafted by Amitābha Studio from an antique Italian Renaissance Revival albarello (late 19th century, possibly Deruta), paired with a bespoke drum lampshade handmade near Amsterdam in mustard dupion silk. The tin-glazed earthenware jar is painted with a portrait cartouche reading “U. Martiat.” over “V.P. 1684,” outlined in ochre with cobalt and manganese scrolls.
On 17th-century apothecary jars the leading letter denotes the preparation type; here “U” stands for Unguentum (ointment). “U. Martiat.” abbreviates Unguentum Martiatum—the so-called Soldier’s Ointment—recorded in early sources and composed of warming aromatics in an oil-and-wax base. The winged-head motif above the label and the two-field ribbon cartouche follow period models popular in late-17th-century delftware. The letters “V.P.” are in the position traditionally used for a commissioning apothecary’s initials, with the date placed below; in this revival example the painted “1684” almost certainly quotes a 17th-century prototype rather than indicating the jar’s actual manufacture.
Form and palette point to central Italian maiolica—Deruta was a major center for pharmacy ware—while the pronounced craquelure and hand suggest a historicist, late-19th-century piece rather than an original 1600s jar. As converted by Amitābha Studio, the jar remains intact and unrestored to the eye, with expected kiln speckling and small chips to the foot from past use; the silk lampshade is newly made to measure.
For collectors of Italian maiolica and pharmaceutical history, this Italian majolica albarello lamp is both scholarship and sculpture: it preserves the rare “U. Martiat.” label (a talking-point for any library or den) while the mustard dupion shade casts a warm, flattering light. It sits beautifully on a walnut desk, beside vellum-spined books, or on a stone console in a kitchen where Deruta ceramics already feature. An ideal gift for doctors, pharmacists, historians of medicine, or devotees of Deruta maiolica and Renaissance Revival apothecary jars.
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Please note: The lamp is fully wired for use in the U.S.
Additionally, the listed height includes the lampshade.
We also ensure compatibility for global use by offering a free plug customization service to match the electrical standards of your specific country.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!
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About Deruta & the Italian Renaissance Revival:
Deruta, a hill town in Umbria, has been a center of Italian ceramic excellence since the 15th century, celebrated for its luminous tin-glazed majolica and refined hand-painted motifs. During the 19th-century Renaissance Revival, Deruta’s workshops—along with those in nearby Faenza and Florence—saw a resurgence in demand for historically inspired pharmacy jars, or albarelli, echoing designs from the golden age of Italian apothecary arts. This period was marked by a deep appreciation for classical learning, medical history, and ornamental craftsmanship, as artisans reinterpreted Renaissance forms and iconography for a new generation of collectors and connoisseurs. Pieces like this embody this revivalist spirit, bridging centuries of ceramic tradition through both form and symbolism.
About Amitābha Studio:
Amitābha Studio is an Amsterdam-based design atelier dedicated to transforming historic European ceramics into one-of-a-kind lighting objects. Each lamp is crafted with deep reverence for the original form, using non-invasive methods that preserve the integrity of every antique or vintage vase. We pair these bases with bespoke lampshades—often made from luxurious textiles such as vintage sari silks or fine European fabrics—and finish each piece with carefully selected cords, fittings, and handmade brass elements. Our work is guided by a commitment to sustainability, cultural heritage, and timeless design.
- Similar to:Deruta (Maker)Cantagalli (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Diameter: 9.85 in (25 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:110-150v,208v,220-240v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Renaissance Revival (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870-1885
- Condition:Rewired. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:AMSTERDAM, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9818246319312
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