Monumental Lamp, China, 19th Century.

This baluster-shaped lamp is said to be monumental because of its exceptional dimensions. Its color, powder blue, is the result of a technique that appeared during the reign of Kangxi (1662-1722), it consists of blowing cobalt blue directly onto the body of the piece, through a bamboo tube at the end of which gauze has been placed, this process reveals a sprinkling of small, more or less dark spots and gives a slightly iridescent appearance. This vase is mounted on a bronze base that was added later. This lamp is electrified, we present it with a basic lampshade in order to give customers the choice of colors and shape, the latter does not justify the shipping costs. 19th century period. Lamp height 52 cm. Height with lampshade 91 cm.