Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century

Furniture
About the Session

Our annual Interiors auction is beautifully curated by Justin van Breda and offers a wonderful range of periods and styles from the Continent, United Kingdom and the East.


Sold For

ZAR 3 844
Lot 25
  • Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century
  • Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century
  • Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century

LOT 25

Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century

Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 1 500 - 2 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 844
Location
Cape Town

About this Item

Pair of brass desk lamps with opaque glass shades, 20th century
each with an adjustable scrolling arm on a turned columnar support, raised on a faceted circular base, fitted for electricity

*Strauss & Co do not guarantee electrical fittings

(2)
height: 47cm

Notes

Bridge lamps, also known as reading lamps, became popular in the late 19th century, coinciding with the rise of electric lighting.

The adjustable arms allow users to direct light precisely where needed, making them ideal for reading or other close-up tasks.

Provenance

The Mary Eleanor Hibbert collection.

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