Features
◆ A classic oil-lamp form, unmistakably nostalgic
The design of this piece clearly takes its inspiration from traditional oil lamps, kerosene lamps and early Western light fittings. The clear glass chimney, the slender stem, the metal shade and the ornament on top all keep the very distinctive outline of a classical lamp. Even unlit, it has a strong vintage character simply as an ornament.
◆ An antique bronze finish, restrained in tone
The body of the lamp has an antique bronze finish rather than a bright gold, so it feels more mature and more of its period.
Antique bronze goes well with:
Dark wood furniture
Antique furniture
Leather sofas
Industrial-style rooms
Japanese-Western fusion rooms
Shōwa retro style
European classical style
It is very flexible to combine with other things.
◆ A clear glass chimney, keeping the character of a traditional oil lamp
The clear glass chimney in the middle is a very important visual element. It keeps the lamp from looking like an ordinary table lamp and closer to the structure of an early oil or kerosene lamp. The clear glass also keeps the whole from looking too heavy and adds a little transparency.
◆ An openwork metal gallery, rich in detail
Below the glass chimney is a metal collar with a row of openings and wave-like ornament. These details keep the lamp from being a plain straight cylinder and add a classical sense of craft.
◆ A wide conical shade with handsome proportions
The metal shade above takes a fairly large conical form. Visually it balances the slender stem below, giving steadier proportions overall and lending the lamp something of the character of an early work lamp, oil lamp or nostalgic desk lamp.
◆ A four-footed base with a clear classical furniture feel
The base is not a plain round foot but a classical stand on four feet. The slightly splayed corner feet, together with the central column and the decorative motifs, give the lamp the weight of a small piece of classical furniture.