Vintage 1960's Poole Pottery 698A Vase Table Lamp "SLENDER"

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PLEASE NOTE:

lumenowl lamps do not ship with lampshades, unless expressly stated. Lamps are modelled with a variety of shades to give a prospective buyer an idea of what might work in terms of size, shape and colour. If the shade modelled is available for purchase, the link to the third party seller is provided in the listing.

A second, smaller is available (pictured), and they would make an incredible pair.

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INTRO:

This strikingly minimalist table lamp has been restored from an existing Poole Pottery model 698A lamp base. Presented in sloping, elegant bottle form, and finished in a glaze so dark brown it's bordering on black, this gorgeous lamp would make a fantastic statement placed on a midcentury sideboard.

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A BIT OF HISTORY:

The enduring legacy of Poole Pottery is almost as dynamic as the vast, fabulously varied range of ceramics it produced. The company that eventually became known as Poole Pottery began life in 1873 as Carter & Company. By the mid-1880's, the company had established itself as a major player in ceramics marketplace, and was considered a serious competitor to even the most established ceramicists.

Despite changing times and tastes, the company endlessly adapted, surviving the financial and creative vacuums of both world wars. Sensing the seismic cultural and artistic shifts of the 1960's, the company formed a separate design studio, headed by designer Robert Jefferson, who worked in conjunction with artists Tony Morris and Guy Sydenham. The trio designed and produced stunning, avant-garde works (including the Helios lamp series) that remain highly sought after to this day. By 1963, the company officially rebranded as 'Poole Pottery'.

Poole was sold at some of the world's most luxurious outlets, including Harrods, Selfridges and New York's own Bloomingdales. Sadly, like so many ceramicists before and after, Poole Pottery began losing money during the 1980's, and were simply unable to capture the same level of interest they once had so effortlessly commanded. Despite a flurry of buyouts and cash injections, Poole Pottery all but collapsed by the mid-2000's. In 2011, Poole Pottery was taken over by Denby Pottery.

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CONDITION:

The original 1960's base is in phenomenal condition, with no cracks, chips or glaze loss spoiling the original aesthetic. The beauty glossy glaze absolutely pops when hit either either natural or artificial light.

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THE TECHNICAL BIT:

SLENDER has had all existing electrical components removed and replaced with modern variants. In the place of the original Bakelite B22 lamp holder now sits a gorgeous, machine-milled brass E27/ES version with new matching brass fitments, extended from the base to ensure maximum visibility once a lampshade is added. This enables the lamp to be used worldwide.

SLENDER has been rewired with luxurious quality 3-core black fabric cable, featuring a high quality black inline rocker switch 20cm from the lamp base (with another 1m from the switch to the matching white UK 3-pin plug). A new internal cord grip keeps the cable sturdily and safely in place. The lamp has been thoroughly PAT tested and approved (with a sticker affixed near the plug to show the PASS status). Components comprise of a British-made and certified lamp holder and plug, and Italian-made cable and switch, which have passed or exceeded relevant CE and EU electrical integrity tests.

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DIMENSIONS:

Height: 44.5cm
Width: 15cm
Depth: 15cm
Weight: 2.5KG

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LAMPSHADES:

If you're looking for a perfect shade to match your new lumenowl lamp, look no further than Etsy! The exact shade(s) modelled on the lamp can be found here:

littleredrobinco
35cm Neutral Linen Drum:
https://etsy.me/30CuUmW

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SHIPPING:

Every item is professionally wrapped, packaged and sent via UPS on a fully trackable service.

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DISCLAIMER:

Please note, when purchasing vintage glassware, earthenware and ceramics etc., some age-related signs of wear such are to be expected. These include, but are not limited to; fine surface scratches/scuff marks, superficial chips, colour aberrations and dulling of parts that have been exposed to abrasive treatment. I ensure I list any aesthetic faults in both the descriptions and photographs, but please always satisfy yourself the item you are purchasing matches the description.