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Lamp ChatAfter many requests for further background information, Lamp Chat regularly features detailed information on a newly listed table lamp or an item of particular interest. We trust this will be enjoyed by our clients and readers. Reproduction Table Lamps from the Ming Dynasty Period This pair of table lamps were reproduced to commemorate the most expensive vase ever sold! (posted 21st January 2008) A Fine Pair of Limoges Table Lamps The “Paris” porcelain, so well known, was actually not made in Paris but at Limoges to the South West of Paris! (posted 4th January 2008) The French early 19th century saw the beginning of the production of opaline glass. In this Lamp Chat we look at an opaline lamp produced at Sèvres. (posted 24th November 2007) A Table Lamp by Richard-Ginori This 1930’s table lamp is a perfect example from this acknowledged era of smart design. (posted 28th October 2007) An Outstanding Japanese Imari Lamp It was the Dutch, who in 1650, introduced Japanese Imari porcelain to the West and after 350 years, the brightly coloured Imari is still as popular as ever! (posted 15th October 2007) The Celadon coloured glaze we so admire has a story attached.... (posted 6th September 2007) Antique Lamps & Chinese Dragons! The dragon has always occupied a very prominent place in Asia & has been held in great reverence. In this Lamp Chat we look at the dragon in Chinese art, and present a pair of mid 19th century bottle vases as table lamps. (posted 25th June 2007) China’s long history of porcelain and pottery has influenced the design and production of the world’s ceramics, both Eastern and Western. This month we look at a fine example of the innovative porcelain of a remarkable 19th century Chinese artist. (posted 23rd May 2007) Very Rare, Mid 18th Century, French Faience Table Lamp When is a table lamp a work of art? Answer: “When it is a work of art!” We look at just such an antique table lamp. (posted 14th April 2007) Louis XV Rococo Bronze Doré Chamber Stick The French 18th Century is known as the “French Rococo” period. This month’s Lamp Chat presents a Louis XV bronze doré chamber stick. (posted 7th March 2007) Full of Character - Japanese Tokkuri or Saké Bottles as Table Lamps Japan has a long tradition of ceramics and we look at the long history of the Saké Tokkuri. (posted 23rd February 2007) Shedding Light on Accent Lamps “A small lamp, can be used in a bathroom, bedside, hallway & in fact, any position that may require extra lighting.” Accent lamps are generally less than 15"/38cm tall including the lamp shade. (posted 26th January 2007) A Rare Chinese-Imari Table Lamp - Ch’ien Lung Reign - Circa 1750 In the early 18th century the Chinese porcelain makers started copying Japanese Imari porcelain for export to the west. (posted 14th December 2006) The Porcelain of Edmé Samson - from Copies to Antique Table In the 19th century the porcelains of Edmé Samson were considered as merely copies, but over 100 years later, we are now looking at antiques. November’s Lamp Chat shows a rare miniature pair of armorial table lamps. (posted 15th November 2006) Very Fine Free Standing Chinese Jar & Cover as a Table Lamp The Imperial reign of the Yonzhen Emperor was renowned for a pastel palette of enamel colours. This month's Lamp Chat illustrates this with a delightful little jar and cover, free standing as a table lamp. (posted 7th October 2006) An Outstandingly Rare Pair of Minton Table Lamps In the summer of 1793, Thomas Minton, (1765-1836), opened his small Staffordshire pottery. I am very sure that he would never have imagined that the factory bearing his name would still be producing porcelain to this very day! (posted 14th August 2006) A Charming English Parian Table Lamp Marble-like in appearance, Parian derives its name from Parian marble, ie, the pure white mable quarried on the island of Paros. (posted 27th July 2006) A Rare Austro-Bohemian Black Glass Table Lamp. The first quarter of the 19th century saw the revival of classicism. The style was revised for a short period in the third quarter of the 19th century. (posted 10th June 2006)
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