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Vintage Japanese Sumida Gawa Ceramic Height Adjustable Table Lamp
$647.68
£465
€549.88
CA$881.65
A$988.22
CHF 514.54
MX$12,066.60
NOK 6,532.76
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Vintage Japanese Sumida Gawa Ceramic Table Lamp with American Brass Hardware - Mid 20th Century
Illuminate your space with this extraordinary vintage table lamp, a stunning fusion of Japanese craftsmanship and American mid-century design. The base, a late 19th to early 20th-century Japanese ceramic piece in the Sumida Gawa style, features a high-relief dragon motif, with the mythical creature coiled around the rectangular form amidst swirling clouds. The dragon is rendered in intricate detail, with sculptural scales and claws in deep blacks, reds, and golds, accented by hints of blue, showcasing the tactile, folk-art aesthetic of Sumida Gawa pottery. Dragons, symbolizing power and good fortune in Japanese culture, make this base a striking work of art in its own right.
The ceramic base has been expertly converted into a functional table lamp, fitted with American brass hardware from the mid-20th century. The brass components by Bryant Electric, Bridgeport, Connecticut, include a double-socket fixture with pull chains, allowing for adjustable lighting, and a central rod that supports the structure. The brass has a warm, polished finish, typical of American lighting design from the 1940s to 1960s, when manufacturers often repurposed Asian decorative objects into lamps for Western markets. The combination of the sculptural Japanese base and the sleek, functional brass hardware creates a unique East-meets-West aesthetic that’s both timeless and eclectic.
Measuring 30cm in height , 15cm in width, and 15cm in depth for the ceramic base, this lamp is the perfect statement piece for a living room, bedroom, or study. It is in excellent vintage condition, with the ceramic base showing minor wear consistent with its age, such as slight fading, which only enhance its authenticity. The brass hardware is in good working order.
Acquired in Essex, UK, this lamp is a rare find for collectors of Japanese ceramics, mid-century lighting, or eclectic decor. Its blend of cultural influences and historical significance makes it a conversation piece that will add warmth, character, and a touch of global heritage to any space.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age.
Delivery: Personal delivery available across the UK—contact us to arrange. Local pickup also available.
Returns: Returns not accepted after the customer accepts the product upon delivery. Please inspect the item upon receipt to ensure satisfaction.
- Dimensions:Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
- Power Source:Hardwired
- Voltage:220-240v
- Lampshade:Not Included
- Style:Meiji (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 50s
- Condition:Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tonbridge, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9703244180152
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