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Pair 19th Century Chinese Lead Vases Inlayed with Bronze Lamps

About the Item

This pair of vases are from China. Made as part of a 19th century alter garniture set the pair are now lamps. Cast in lead which has been inlayed with bronze decorative elements including Chinese fret lamberqine and mythical animals or kylin . The pair have a nice old patina and surface. While the vases are heavy and thick the pair as lamps have been further weighted to avoid tipping. The bases are rosewood and the wiring is french silk wrapped wire with new silk shades. The measurements given include the shades height but not width which are 15 inches in diam. with shade

Dimensions:

Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Archaistic (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Lead,Silk,Wood

Place of Origin:

China

Period:

1880-1889

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1885

Condition:

Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use. The vases show wear and use while the electrical parts and shades are new.

Seller Location:

Hudson, NY

Reference Number:

1stDibs: 14121681131197

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