Pair of Forged Ship Chain Floor Lamps

A substantial and sculptural turned walnut floor lamp, crafted in the Biedermeier style, with a commanding 18-inch diameter base and beautifully executed proportions. The warm, highly figured walnut is expertly lathe-turned into a sweeping architectural form that references 19th-century European classicism while remaining strikingly modern in silhouette. Producing a turned piece of this scale—especially with such balance and clarity—would have required exceptional skill and specialized equipment, particularly during the early to mid-20th century when this lamp was likely produced. The sheer size of the base and the consistency of the turning across its full height suggest a level of craftsmanship often reserved for architectural columns or custom commissions. The result is a floor lamp that feels as much like a piece of sculpture as a functional object. The lamp is designed in the tradition of Biedermeier, the early 19th-century Central European style known for its simplicity, symmetry, and reverence for fine materials. Though pared down in ornament, this style was favored by intellectuals, artists, and aristocrats for its quiet elegance and timeless restraint. Originally sourced from David Duncan Antiques...

An exquisite pair of hand-forged bronze lamps from Italy, dating to the 1950s. Each lamp features meticulous hammered surfaces and seamless construction, showcasing exceptional craft...

A beautifully sculptural French wrought-iron floor lamp, 1950s. The column is formed from interlaced iron rods-open, twisted, and rhythmically spaced-held in place with original bras...

An exceptionally well-crafted Italian Liberty Style torchiere, made of hand-forged iron and hammered copper, this piece embodies a rare blend of artistry, material intelligence, and ...