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Lot 14:
Description
A figural table lamp featuring a patinated cast metal base in the form of a mythological Kirin, also known as a Qilin. The beast is depicted with characteristic scales, a dragon-like head with horns, and a flame-like tail. Seated upon the creature’s back is a separate, detachable figure of a boy or deity dressed in traditional robes with arms raised. The lamp is constructed with a dark metal riser rod emerging from the beast’s back, terminating in a brass bayonet-type bulb socket with a side-entry push-switch. The electrical components include a length of brown twisted fabric-covered flex and a white plastic UK 3-pin plug marked BS 1363. The wiring is a later addition and must be professionally inspected by a qualified electrician before use. There are no maker’s marks or signatures visible on the casting.
Height to top of light fitting 41cm.
Condition report:
The figural base consists of two separate components, with the rider sitting loosely in a mounting hole on the beast\'s back (photo 3). A visible casting defect or circular hole is present on the left side of the creature\'s back near the lamp rod (photo 1). There is a small area of loss or old repair on the top of the creature\'s head between the horns (photo 4). Surface wear and light oxidation are present throughout the dark patinated finish. The brass socket shows age-related tarnishing and the electrical plug exhibits minor scuffing (photo 1).
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