Antique 1920’s Lenox Art Deco Ochre Lamp Bailey Banks Biddle Urn 22 REWIRED
Up for sale is an incredibly rare, pristine 1920s Art Deco porcelain table lamp manufactured by Lenox for the elite Philadelphia jeweler Bailey, Banks & Biddle. (See more below description). Key Features & Identification. Authentic Bottom Markings: The underside of the porcelain base features pristine, original period stamps. (Note: Omission of “Made in USA” correctly dates this piece prior to 1931). The circular garter/belt retail mark reading: The Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co. / Philadelphia framing their custom unicorn crest. Hand-painted factory decorator codes in gold script reading “490/M126E”. Rare Colorway: Unlike the vast majority of antique Lenox porcelain pieces produced in standard ivory or cream, this example features a highly uncommon and desirable vibrant ochre/mustard yellow glaze. It represents a bold, premium departure made from traditional Victorian white and ivory china into the vibrant palettes favored by Art Deco designers for high-end interiors. Design Details: The porcelain body is adorned with a beautiful hand-painted neoclassical cartouche on both sides of the urn. This framed reserve showcases a highly stylized topiary flower urn resting on a strict black-and-white checkerboard terrace floor, bordered by a classic balustrade. Original Bryant Hardware: The lamp features its original heavy brass dual-socket cluster, completely intact with a beautiful natural vintage patina. Both sockets are stamped with the highly sought-after collector mark: “Bryant, 250W 250V PAT’D NOV 26 1907″. Condition & Functionality: Excellent vintage condition. The yellow porcelain body is completely free of chips, cracks, scratches, or spiderweb fractures. Previously rewired for safety and immediate modern use, however may need finishing touches (see photo of plug end). Dimensions: Measures exactly 22 inches from the bottom of the base to the top tip of the brass rod. Note: Lamp shade and finial are not included. Bailey, Banks & Biddle rarely manufactured items directly. During the early to mid-20th century, they were an elite Philadelphia retailer that commissioned fine home goods from premier makers, including Lenox and its predecessor, Ceramic Art Company (CAC). An Art Deco Lenox lamp with a Bailey, Banks & Biddle mark is a highly collectible, custom-retail antique.