Vintage Hand-Painted Ceramic Floral Table Lamp (c. 1940s–1950s)
Viridian Eclection
The Piece A quietly refined hand-painted ceramic table lamp, dating to approximately the 1940s–1950s, finished in a warm cream glaze with delicate floral sprigs in soft blush and green. The silhoue...
The Piece
A quietly refined hand-painted ceramic table lamp, dating to approximately the 1940s–1950s, finished in a warm cream glaze with delicate floral sprigs in soft blush and green. The silhouette is classic mid-century: balanced, rounded, and intentionally understated, designed to read as furniture rather than novelty. When lit, it gives off that calm, golden-room glow that makes everything look more expensive and everyone look slightly better rested.
Design & Construction
Ceramic Lamp Base
→ Date: c. 1940s–1950s
→ Material: Glazed ceramic (earthenware/stoneware)
→ Finish: Cream glaze with hand-painted floral motif
→ Form: Baluster profile with subtle banded detailing
Condition
Very good vintage condition. The ceramic body presents cleanly with gentle age-appropriate wear consistent with mid-century use. Hand-painted florals remain soft and intact. Shade is in good condition and appears to be a later replacement (common and expected), offering a crisp, tailored look without distracting from the base.
Why It Belongs in Your Home
Because not every room needs a statement piece. Some rooms need an anchor. This lamp does what the best vintage lighting does: it adds warmth, texture, and a collected feel without forcing a theme. Perfect on a bedside table, entry console, or layered into a darker, moodier room where the cream glaze can act like a quiet highlight.
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
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