Belle Époque Brass Table Lamp with Scallop-Edge Fabric Shade

Design & Inspiration

Set a lamp on a side table in a well-appointed room and it does more than light the space — it anchors it. This table lamp, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the Belle Époque (1871–1914), draws from the vocabulary of Parisian luxury interiors: the cast brass column with its hand-chased foliate motifs, the crystal accent bead at the waist, the squared four-footed base with scrolled acanthus corners, and the swept cream fabric shade with its gold braid trim and scalloped lower edge. Together, these elements compose not a lamp but a statement of intent — that the room it inhabits takes its aesthetic seriously.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The base is cast brass, finished in a warm polished gold tone that catches light without harshness. The column rises from a decoratively cast square plinth with scrolled feet — each corner bearing a small acanthus scroll, the period's signature flourish. At the column's mid-point, a faceted crystal bead interrupts the brass, adding a jeweled pause to the vertical line. The pleated cream fabric shade, trimmed with a fine gold braid at both the top rim and the scalloped lower hem, diffuses light warmly and evenly — the scalloped edge casting a gentle decorative shadow on the wall behind. Every element is handcrafted in Egypt to exacting classical standards.

Dimensions & Details

Shade diameter: approximately 30 cm. Bulb type: E27 (Edison Screw). Voltage: 110V/220V compatible. Max wattage: 60W. Weight: 4 kg. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit your interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Brass & Wood produces each lamp in Egypt, where skilled artisans trained in classical European ornamental traditions cast, chase, and assemble every component by hand. The result is a piece with the visual authority of a period original and the practicality of a modern, wired lighting fixture. Customization in brass finish and shade color is available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this lamp made from?

The base is cast brass with a polished gold finish. A faceted crystal bead accents the column. The shade is pleated cream fabric with gold braid trim. All materials are selected for both visual quality and durability.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the shade attaches to the base fitting on delivery. No tools needed.

Can this lamp be customized?

Yes. The brass finish is available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold variants. Shade color customization is available on request — contact the Brass & Wood team for bespoke options.