Decorated Porcelain Table Lamp by a Florentine company around 1970

Decorative Porcelain Table Lamp consisting of a porcelain vase on a white background with handles hand-decorated with geometric motifs in shades of green and red, and gilded rays; resting on a polished brass base. In excellent condition, it is paired with a tapered silk lampshade in ivory color with pleats. Works with E27 socket with a maximum power of 150 W. Signed under the base by Mangani, a Florentine company from around 1970. The base itself measures 30 cm in height, 13.5 cm in length, and 11 cm in depth. The shade measures 24.5 cm in height, with a smaller diameter of 30 cm and a larger diameter of 18.5 cm.

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Empire-style furniture dates from the late 18th to early 19th century. It originated during Napoleon's reign, characterized by significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Notable and worth mentioning are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces designed to radiate splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture craftsmanship. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and massive, often using brown stains, with cornices, sturdy bases, and reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also introduced new possibilities, such as the construction of credenzas and broadly defined chest furniture. They also drew inspiration from mythology and antiquity, with supports and legs taking animal forms.

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