Pair of Japanese Satsuma Style Porcelain Table Lamps

A pair of Japanese Satsuma style porcelain table lamps. Each lamp features a ginger-jar shaped ceramic body with a cream-colored crackle glaze finish. The hand-decorated surface is embellished with enameled and gilded motifs depicting flowering plum or cherry blossom branches, yellow chrysanthemums, and a bird in flight. The necks and lids are accented with turquoise enamel borders featuring scrolling waves and geometric fret patterns. The ceramic bodies are mounted on black-finished wooden bases with a multi-lobed, carved profile. The hardware consists of brass-tone metal harps, black-finished metal necks, and cast metal finials. Each lamp is fitted with a brown plastic cord, a polarized plug, and a brass-tone socket with a black plastic turn knob. The socket casing is stamped with the word PRESS. Dimensions: 8"W x 31.25"H Weight: 18.8 lbs. Condition Request Condition Report Good.

Estimate:£15.07

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