Antique 1910 Art Nouveau Brass Swan Neck Table Desk Lamp Green Glass Tulip Shade

  
Antique c1910 Art Nouveau Brass Swan Neck Table Lamp with Green Glass Tulip Shade. A beautifully elegant antique table lamp dating to around 1910, capturing the refined transition from late Victorian design into the flowing, organic aesthetic of the Art Nouveau movement. This striking lamp is crafted in solid brass and features a graceful swan-neck arm, its sinuous curve articulated with two practical adjustment points. A stylised brass nut at the lower section of the curve allows the angle of the arm to be adjusted, while a second adjustment at the upper joint enables precise positioning of the shade and bulb.

This thoughtful combination of form and function reflects the period's emphasis on natural movement and usability, with the flowing lines and adjustable structure echoing the organic motifs that defined Art Nouveau design at the turn of the century. The lamp is fitted with a rich green glass tulip shade, hand-blown with a softly ruffled rim.

Shades of this type were especially favoured for reading and desk lamps, as the green glass softens glare and creates a calm, focused pool of light. The tulip form sits naturally within the brass gallery and appears entirely appropriate to the period, enhancing the lamp's sculptural presence. The stepped brass base provides visual weight and stability, while retaining an elegant profile. The brass surface shows an attractive, original patina with gentle wear consistent with age.

This mellow surface tone adds depth and authenticity, highlighting the quality of the original craftsmanship. The adjustable head enables the light to be directed, reinforcing its original purpose as a practical reading or writing lamp for a study, desk, or side table. Both decorative and functional, this lamp works equally well as a statement piece in an Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts, or traditional interior, or as a contrasting feature in a more contemporary setting. It is a timeless object, combining sculptural beauty with everyday usability, and brings warmth, atmosphere, and a strong sense of period to any room. Size: H 31 cm, Base: 15 x 8cm; Weight: c.