Lampshade Appraisal

Vintage Ornate Floral Ceramic Table Lamp with Beaded Lampshade

This is a vintage-style decorative table lamp, characterized by its ornate base and an Empire-shaped lampshade. The lamp stands on a dark wooden surface. The base appears to be constructed from ceramic or porcelain, featuring a white background adorned with hand-painted floral motifs in various colors, including shades of red, pink, blue, and green. A prominent feature is a large red rose, accompanied by smaller blue flowers and green foliage. The ceramic portion is accented with gilded details and has a fluted design near the top of the white section, just below the floral painting. The neck of the lamp, connecting the base to the light fixture, is a vibrant dark green, likely ceramic or painted metal, and appears to be gilded at the top and bottom. The lamp sits on a round, ornate brass or gilded metal base with intricate scrollwork or filigree patterns. The lampshade is a wide, conical Empire style, made of a light, possibly silk or linen, fabric in an aged cream or yellowish hue. The most distinguishing feature of the lampshade is its lavish trim: a double row of hanging beads and faceted crystal dangles in an amber or brown tone, giving it a somewhat Bohemian or antique aesthetic. The shade itself shows some signs of age, with possible discoloration or dust accumulation, but no overt tears or significant damage are visible. The electrical cord, a standard two-prong variety, is visible coiled on the tabletop, indicating it is an electric lamp. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided images. The overall style suggests a mid-20th century European or American decorative piece, possibly from the Rococo Revival or Hollywood Regency periods given its opulence, or a later reproduction inspired by these styles. Its condition appears to be fair to good vintage, with typical wear commensurate with age, but no major structural damage or chips are apparent on the base.