Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Table Lamp Base
Decorative art, lighting fixture base • Mass-market manufacturer; possibly produced by companies such as Stiffel, Frederick Cooper, or Laurel Lamp Co. in the United States
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical / Regency Revival
Medium & Technique
Turned walnut wood and cast white metal or brass with an antiqued bronze-tone finish
Creation Period
Circa 1950-1970
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18-24 inches in height; vertical pedestal format
Subject Description
A vertical, multi-tiered lamp base featuring an amphora-like central wooden body flanked by metal dropdown ring handles. Decorative metal bands with guilloché-style interlocking circles and gadrooned borders provide ornamentation.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible wear consistent with age and domestic use
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $125 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired from a private residence and currently located in an antique mall or secondary resale environment as indicated by the paper price tag
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the post-war American 'Regency Revival' aesthetic, which combined traditional European decorative motifs with the streamlined production methods of the mid-20th century
Notable Features
Features distinctive Neoclassical ring handles and a combination of natural wood grain with faux-antique metallic textures
Condition Issues
Surface scratching on the wood, oxidation and finish loss on the metal components, and a visible hairline crack or split in the wood near the top neck. Electrical wiring appears aged and may not be up to modern safety standards.
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with a micro-fiber cloth; stabilization of the wood split with specialized adhesive; full electrical rewiring by a professional for safety; application of a light paste wax to protect the wood and metal