Description:

United States / Western Europe, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A remarkable brass lamp featuring a dynamic lion-dragon hybrid - an imaginative interpretation of a mythical chimera or leogryph. The lamp rests on a leafy, Rococo-style pedestal base, supporting a graceful column adorned with petal motifs inspired by classical and Egyptian design elements. A twisted brass arm, resembling a rope, is held in the creature's mouth, while its sinuous body and tail wrap around the top, with wings extended as if poised for flight. The finial knob resembles a flaming torch, adding a sense of drama. One can envision this mythical beast as a guardian of the light or perhaps a creature stealing fire from the torch. This unique and stunning lamp is truly one of a kind. Functional with an inline on/off switch on the cord that adjusts the bulb between low and high brightness settings. Equipped with three threaded screws to attach a shade over the bulb. Measurements: 7" diameter of base x 9.75" W (between wingtips) x 25.25" H (17.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 64.1 cm).

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection

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#190058

  • Condition: No maker marks. Functional with a modern cord and bulb. Cord has an inline on/off switch on the cord that can adjust the bulb between a low and high brightness. Minor abrasions and wear to brass surface, but otherwise intact and excellent antique / vintage condition. Missing shade, but one can easily be attached.

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