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French Art Deco Dinanderie Vase Table Lamp, Signed Edition Jouvenia, circa 1925
French Art Deco Dinanderie Vase Table Lamp, Signed Edition Jouvenia, circa 1925
Richly patterned metalwork and a warm original patina distinguish this French Art Deco vase, adapted as an elegant table lamp. Signed Edition Jouvenia, the piece captures the period’s enthusiasm for geometric ornament, decorative surfaces, and the integration of art into everyday objects.
The vase features an intricate arrangement of diamonds, argyle-like patterns, and swirling forms. Angular motifs alternate with flowing curves, creating a lively composition across the patinated metal. The surface’s subtle variations in tone give the decoration depth and emphasize the detailed dinanderie workmanship.
A matching bronzed base anchors the vase, while a coordinating metal fitting at the top creates a balanced transition to the lamp assembly. The central telescoping metal tube allows a modest adjustment in height, helping establish the proportions between the vase and shade.
A newly fitted hexagonal mica shade complements the warm tones of the metalwork. When illuminated, the mica casts a soft amber glow that enhances the vase’s patina and decorative detail. The shade’s angular outline echoes the geometric ornament below, and an original matching stepped finial completes the composition.
The lamp retains two original bulb sockets and is fitted with a cloth-covered cord and an on/off switch. Combining a distinctive 1920s decorative vase with a sympathetic lamp adaptation, it makes a striking accent for a console, side table, or desk.
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