Overview
A striking and highly decorative 19th Century Japanese Rose Medallion porcelain table lamp, mounted in exceptional quality gilt bronze ormolu mounts. Richly hand-painted throughout with colourful court scenes, floral sprays, butterflies, and traditional decorative motifs, this impressive lamp combines fine craftsmanship with timeless decorative appeal.
Key Features
- Large 19th Century Japanese Rose Medallion table lamp
- Beautiful hand-painted porcelain body
- Traditional court scene decoration
- Vibrant floral and butterfly motifs
- Exceptional gilt bronze ormolu mounts
- Decorative pierced ormolu base
- Finely cast gilt bronze collar and lamp fitting
- Rich colour palette throughout
- Highly decorative and collectable piece
- Ideal statement lamp for a console table, sideboard or desk
Craftsmanship & Detail
The porcelain body is beautifully decorated in the traditional Rose Medallion style, featuring finely detailed interior court scenes surrounded by colourful floral decoration, butterflies, symbolic objects, and decorative borders. The quality of the hand-painted enamels creates a vibrant display from every angle.
The vase is elevated by superb gilt bronze ormolu mounts of exceptional quality. The decorative pierced base features elegant scrolling detail, whilst the richly cast collar and lamp fitting provide a luxurious contrast against the delicate porcelain decoration.
Combining decorative artistry with practical functionality, this impressive lamp would make an eye-catching focal point within a country house, period property, luxury apartment, or contemporary interior. Pieces of this quality continue to attract collectors of Asian decorative arts and interior designers seeking unique statement lighting.