Large 18th Century Imari Jar Table Lamp

Large 18th Century Imari Jar Table LampA stunning Japanese Imari Jar table lamp. 18th century. Why we like it Great scale in traditional Imari palette and motifs. About Imari ware Imari ware originated in the town of Arita, Japan, during the early 17th century and gained its name from the nearby port through which it was shipped. Famed for its bold designs and vibrant color schemesparticularly underglaze blue with red and gold overglazeImari porcelain became a staple of export art during

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The design of these elegant tables is informed by the remains of bronze furniture used by Ancient Romans

Being of a very distinctive design and craftsmanship

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but also a carefully considered collection of interesting and rare specimens

A mahogany veneered top of rectangular shape with rounded front corners

Staple or rivet repair was a common way to mend expensive or treasured broken ceramics in the 18th and 19th centuries

covered in John Boyd Textiles luxurious horsehair fabric with brass trim

A large oval mirror of the George III period

The pyramid and obelisk's significance have been previously overlooked