Sculptural Rarity: Pair of 19th Century Italian Lion Paw Table Lamps

Rare Pair of Italian Bronze and Wood Table Lamps with Lion Paw Bases, 19th Century
A rare and striking pair of 19th-century Italian table lamps, each crafted with a bold gilt-bronze base cast in the form of monumental lion paws resting on square wooden plinths. The upper section is composed of a tapering, dark-stained wooden shaft, its natural age cracks and patina lending depth, authenticity, and character to the design. Originally conceived as decorative architectural or furniture elements, these pieces have been sensitively adapted into lamps, reflecting both their sculptural presence and practical function.
Custom-mounted and fitted with modern square black shades, the lamps achieve a dramatic balance between historic grandeur and contemporary refinement. Electrified for modern use, they stand as rare survivals of 19th-century Italian decorative arts, marrying neoclassical symbolism with bold architectural form. Their unusual scale and sculptural bases make them exceptional statement pieces for collectors and connoisseurs.
Dimensions: Height 34" × Width 18" × Depth 10" (with shades).