This Early 20th Century hand-carved alabaster lamp serves as both an art form as well as being a functional light source. Entirely made from alabaster, a rock popular with carvers due to its softness, the lamp depicts a young girl sitting on a beautifully carved rock structure, gazing into the distance with a pair of roses in her hand. The rock she sits upon has the face of a man, presumed to be an elf, a figure affiliated with garden scenes and believed to offer protection from evil. The lamp shade is styled like a lamp post, accented with tassels around the bowl. Its soft white coloring and open top create a gentle glow when lit. This spectacular work of art showcases the carver's careful precision in detailing, from the folds of the girl's dress to the texture of her hair, and the intricate design of the lamp post itself. An ideal piece for any table, office, or library.
H=30 in. W=12 in. D=12 in. 65 lbs.