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Art Deco Bronze Desk Lamp with Limestone Base, Circa 1925-1935

$1,233.36

£895

€1,068.49

CA$1,718.25

A$1,747.62

CHF 999.32

MX$21,138.88

NOK 11,708.67

SEK 11,705.86

DKK 7,987.53

About the Item

An Original Art Deco Bronze Desk Lamp with Fossiliferous Limestone Base Circa 1925–1935 This sophisticated and complete original Art Deco desk lamp dates from the interwar period and is a fine example of early 20th-century European design, combining refined utility with architectural presence. The lamp is executed in patinated bronze, retaining a warm, untouched surface, and is mounted on a substantial base of fossiliferous limestone. This stone, prized for both its durability and visual interest, displays a distinctive clastic texture, composed of small shell fragments and marine fossils naturally cemented together. The organic patterning and earthy tonality of the stone provide a subtle yet highly attractive contrast to the precision of the bronze work. The limestone is closely comparable to Jura marble (a geological limestone quarried in Germany) or related European “shell stone,” materials frequently employed during the Art Deco period for high-quality architectural and decorative objects. The base incorporates a complete integrated desk set, comprising two lidded pots, a quill holder, and a pen rest carved directly into the stone, reflecting the importance of correspondence and handwriting in the period and elevating the lamp beyond a purely functional light fitting. The rectangular bronze shade is classical Art Deco in form, designed to direct light downward for writing or reading while maintaining clean, disciplined lines. Circa 1925–1935 Art Deco desk lamps were often conceived as integrated desk objects rather than standalone lights. The use of fossiliferous limestone and related shell stones reflects the period’s fascination with natural materials presented in a modern, architectural manner. Such stones were widely used in European interiors and public buildings during the interwar years. Complete desk lamps incorporating pen rests, inkwells, and quill holders were typically produced for professional, executive, or institutional settings and are now increasingly scarce, particularly when all elements survive intact. Dealer’s Comment A particularly fine and complete Art Deco desk lamp, distinguished by its fossiliferous limestone base and untouched bronze surfaces. The natural fossil patterning in the stone adds depth and individuality, while the integrated desk set elements make this an exceptional and highly usable piece. Increasingly difficult to find in such complete and honest condition. Condition Report In very good original condition, consistent with age and use. The bronze retains its original patina with light surface wear and no evidence of later polishing or restoration. The fossiliferous limestone base is sound and well preserved, showing only minor surface marks consistent with age; the fossil inclusions and shell fragments are natural features of the stone and not damage. All desk-set components — including the two lidded pots, quill holder, and pen rest — are present and intact. The lamp have been fully rewired and PAT inspected to UK standards Measurement Height: 30 cm / 11.8 inch Width: 23 cm / 9.1 inch Depth: 11 cm / 4.3 inch Weight: 3.3 k.g. / 7.3lbs

Dimensions:
Height: 11.8 in (29.98 cm)Width: 9.1 in (23.12 cm)Depth: 4.3 in (10.93 cm)
Power Source:
Plug-in
Voltage:
220-240v
Lampshade:
Included
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
1925
Condition:
Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Lincoln, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 112651stDibs: LU7210248703352

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Desk Lamp, Gilt Bronze, Retractable Shade, France, Circa 1930

By Art Decor

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk lamp, made in gilt bronze, with a retractable shade and an original chain ignition system. France, CIRCA 1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Table Lamp, 1930, Material: Bronze, France, Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreau

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our Argentina galleries are shipped directly to your address via air freight. • Simplified Customs Management: We handle the processing of export permits and the payment of customs duties. You will receive your purchase without additional paperwork or surprise costs. • High-Security Packaging: Following FedEx international standards, each piece is protected in custom-made wooden crates, designed to withstand 1-meter impacts and ensure the integrity of the object during transit. • Note for shipments to the USA: To comply with shipping company regulations and ensure delivery at the destination, a valid tax ID (EIN, SSN, or ITIN) is required. • Domestic US Shipping: For those pieces available in our United States storage, logistics are managed through 1stdibs. Personalized Restorations Our team of expert artisans offers restoration services tailored to your aesthetic preferences and design needs: • Cabinetry and Polishing: We perform polishing work on woods, allowing for transitions from light to dark tones (including deep black finishes). • Upholstery: We reupholster chairs and armchairs with fabrics or leathers of your choice, guaranteeing a high-quality finish. • Lighting: We adapt ceiling lamps by shortening smooth rods to adjust them to the height of your rooms. • Metal Treatment: * Restoration of chromed or silver-plated bronze pieces to their original state. o Chroming or silver-plating services for bronze objects. Personalized Quotes: We would be delighted to advise you and provide a quote for any intervention according to your personal taste. Table lamp Materia: bronze and glass Country: France To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. If you want to live in the golden years, this is the table lamp that your project needs. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. JEAN-CHARLES MOREUX (1889-1956) French architect and designer Jean-Charles Moreux was born in 1889 at the Chateau de Joncy in Saone-et-Loire. He studied at l’Ecole de Beaux-Arts in Paris (1914-22) where he spent the period during World War I working on the preservation of works of art. While attending l’Ecole he became friends with the architect Jean Lurcat and his brothers, Andre and Paul Vera. In 1924 he exhibited his first pieces of furniture at the Salon d’Automne. He had a preference for poetic living spaces and felt that people deserved better than Corbusier’s “machines for living in”. He was anxious to introduce aspects of the marvelous into architecture and living spaces. His creations drew upon the classical, baroque, and rococo styles. Moreux’s well-known clients included the Baron Robert de Rothschild and Bolette Natanson...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Desk Lamp with Limestone Base, Circa 1925-1935

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