Splendid and rare pair of vintage table lamps (table lamps) dating back to the mid-twentieth century (approximately 1950s/60s), of refined Italian manufacturing. The central shafts, characterized by an elegant and classic line, are made of fine turned natural green onyx, with splendid warm veins unique to each piece. All the metal finishes (the stepped circular base, the decorative collars and the upper glass holder ring) are in Solid 800 silver, finely chiselled and worked with geometric motifs, knurling and leaf details. The upper ring has decorative shaped arms originally designed to support domed glass lampshades. Excellent provenance: Under the blue velvet base, the lamps bear the original paper label of the historic and exclusive "Ugo Ghiraldin" jewellery/silverware shop in Padua (Via S. Francesco 38), active since 1950. The old 5-digit telephone number on the sticker certifies this the era. Hallmarks and Marks: The Italian silver law hallmarks are clearly visible on the upper ring: the "800" hallmark enclosed in an oval (metal purity) and the polygonal hallmark of the manufacturer. Technical Details and Measurements: Overall height: 25 cm External diameter of the upper silver ring: 13 cm Overall weight: 621 grams per single lamp (approximately 1.25 kg total for the pair). Weight of the removable silver alone: The upper silver metal section of a single lamp weighs 128 grams (256 grams total for the two upper rings). Electrical System: Original period wiring of the period perfectly preserved and functional, equipped with transparent wire, flat two-pole plug and characteristic tortoiseshell/veined ogive switch. Bulbs included.Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The onyx is intact, without any threads or deep cracks. The silver has a beautiful natural patina of age, which can be polished to a mirror finish if desired. Glass lampshades not included.
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Padova, Italia
