Mid-20th Century Italian Bisque Porcelain Figural Lamp
Antique/Vintage Lighting and Decorative Arts

Mid-20th Century Italian Bisque Porcelain Figural Lamp

This item is a decorative table lamp featuring a figural base crafted in the style of Italian bisque porcelain, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1970s). The base depicts a peasant woman or harvester in traditional European attire, standing beside a tall, woven basket filled with pumpkins or fruit. She holds a single pumpkin in her left hand. The figurine is set upon an ornate, multi-tiered circular pedestal base decorated with scrollwork and floral relief patterns. The color palette is composed of muted, earthy tones including cream, soft blues, browns, and vibrant orange for the produce. The construction appears to be molded ceramic or porcelain with a matte 'bisque' finish, characteristic of manufacturers like Capodimonte or similar Continental European workshops. The craftsmanship shows attention to detail in the textures of the woven basket and the drapery of the clothing. Condition-wise, the lamp appears well-maintained with a natural aged patina across the surface and no visible chips or structural cracks in the porcelain from this angle. The top is fitted with a pleated white fabric lampshade that appears to be a later replacement. There are no visible maker's marks from the front, but they would typically be found on the underside of the base or the lower backside of the figurine. The overall aesthetic is representative of the 'L'Amour' or Romanticized pastoral style popular in mid-century interior design.

Estimated Value

$150 - $250

Basic Information

Category

Antique/Vintage Lighting and Decorative Arts

Appraised On

March 15, 2026

Estimated Value

$150 - $250

Item Description

This item is a decorative table lamp featuring a figural base crafted in the style of Italian bisque porcelain, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1970s). The base depicts a peasant woman or harvester in traditional European attire, standing beside a tall, woven basket filled with pumpkins or fruit. She holds a single pumpkin in her left hand. The figurine is set upon an ornate, multi-tiered circular pedestal base decorated with scrollwork and floral relief patterns. The color palette is composed of muted, earthy tones including cream, soft blues, browns, and vibrant orange for the produce. The construction appears to be molded ceramic or porcelain with a matte 'bisque' finish, characteristic of manufacturers like Capodimonte or similar Continental European workshops. The craftsmanship shows attention to detail in the textures of the woven basket and the drapery of the clothing. Condition-wise, the lamp appears well-maintained with a natural aged patina across the surface and no visible chips or structural cracks in the porcelain from this angle. The top is fitted with a pleated white fabric lampshade that appears to be a later replacement. There are no visible maker's marks from the front, but they would typically be found on the underside of the base or the lower backside of the figurine. The overall aesthetic is representative of the 'L'Amour' or Romanticized pastoral style popular in mid-century interior design.

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