Empire Style Tôle Column Lamp | William Morris "Willow Boughs" Heritage

A marriage of architectural rigor and botanical lyricism. This table lamp features a lacquered tôle column in a deep forest green, enhanced by gold-leaf profiles that highlight its neoclassical proportions. Originally conceived as an Empire-style oil lamp, it was later masterfully electrified, preserving its monumental structure and the authentic patina that only time can bestow.

The piece finds its highest expression in the handcrafted lampshade, created using original vintage William Morris wallpaper. The "Willow Boughs" pattern (1887), a masterpiece of the Arts & Crafts movement, envelops the light in a weave of willow leaves, transforming the object into a small ecosystem of "everyday poetry."

Technical Details & Condition:

• Origin: Formerly an oil lamp, subsequently electrified.

• Base Material: Lacquered Tôle (painted tin) with gold accents.

• Lampshade: Handmade with original vintage William Morris wallpaper.

• Dimensions: Total Height 69 cm | Shade side 28 cm.

• Wiring: Vintage-style twisted brown fabric cable, Italian plug.

• Condition: Original vintage piece. The base shows signs of wear and minor cracks in the lacquer, testifying to its authenticity and the evolutionary history of the piece.