Antique chinese vase lamps collections

Written 10 May , 2010

There are instances where works of art can become useful items and this can be illustrated with chinese vase lamps from 19th, 18th, or even 17th century China. Vase lamps were made at the illustrious Imperial kilns at Jingdezhen, China’s ceramic capital, in Jiangxi Province. The main purpose of these kilns was to provide fine-quality porcelain to the Emperor and the Imperial family as well as members of the Emperor’s court.

Antique Chinese lamps are highly sought after by both antique collectors and home owners alike. Apart from its exquisite beauty and priceless historical value, vase lamps have other great benefits.

• It is a fully-functioning table lamp which can be used to provide lighting in any room in your house.
• It is an antique of fine craftsmanship with its original drum-shaped covering still intact after more than two centuries.
• It is a possession that will continue to raise in value as goes on.
• It will be a never-ending source of enjoyment for your eyes.

Porcelain vase lamps are not intended as an overhead source to provide lighting to a room. It should instead be discriminately placed to give a soft pool of illumination to accentuate and complement the decor and ambiance of a room. A pair of identical ceramic vase lamps with attractive shades will look stunning on side tables in your living area.

Since vase lamps come in a variety of styles, sizes, shapes, and even periods, placing these lamps in every area of your home can give it a distinctive aura and flair. A large porcelain lamp can liven up an empty table. Many are ornately designed with Chinese calligraphy and paintings while others are of solid colors like red and jade which are common in ancient Chinese culture.

Today, antique reproductions are handcrafted by skilled artisans in mainland China’s Guangdong province. The lamp body is a Ming dynasty inspired square porcelain vase, embellished with sceneries and Chinese handwriting. The shade is made of steel-framed satin fabric. The lamp base is made of carved wood with rosewood finish. It comes complete with wiring, plug and a three-way switch.

Antique chinese vase lamps prices can range from exorbitant to unbelievably affordable, depending on where you’re shopping. It doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg to own an attractive Ming Dynasty vase lamp if you can get a similar one from a furniture closeout sale or bought it second hand. Better yet, you can go online where the real bargains are being offered.