The process for creating porcelain table lamps varies according to the local tradition of the country the piece was made in, but they all share a similar, basic process. The raw materials that go into the porcelain production process include granulate or dust clay, or clay slip, which is the liquid form of the clay.
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Artists create a mold either by hand according to ancient tradition, or they can be created by computer. The clay gets poured into the molds, the forms then undergo the glazing process which is done by hand by individual craftsmen, or some elements can be done by computer and other, more intricately detailed portions get painted by hand. Decal motifs can be applied and then the piece is fired in a kiln.
The delicate Bending Tree Porcelain Lamp is an example of a hand painted porcelain lamp. This contemporary table lamp would make a fine addition to your traditional or contemporary design scheme. The soft, muted, pale yellows, greens and browns add a rustic, natural element to your living room, office or bedroom night tables.
The Blue Parrot Porcelain Lamp is an example of a hand painted porcelain lamp crafted from an intricate mold and accented with French Gold. This traditional lamp is sure to be a conversation piece in your home whether you place it on a sideboard, end tables in the living room or as a matched set of bedside lamps. The shade is a neutral silk that will blend with almost any decor.
The Flandreau Porcelain Lamp is made of hand colored porcelain that most likely incorporated decals in the painting process. This muted, contemporary table lamp would fit nicely in a contemporary den, casual living room or office.
The Garland Draped Porcelain Lamp is produced using the Lost Wax Cast Ormolu technique that dates back to mid-17th century France. Ormolu, meaning, “gilding with gold paste,” uses an alloy of 50% copper that is melted and poured into ornate molds, glided with powdered gold and used to decorated furniture and other objects. This fine lamp would be the center of attention in a formal dining room or living room.
Another fine example is the Incised Star Porcelain Lamp. This pure white table lamp features cutouts by hand on a satiny glazed porcelain body giving it an elegant, lacy look that is not too feminine. The black linen shade gives this contemporary lamp a streamlined appearance that would add a unique touch to your home.
Now, when you are walking through a lighting store or browsing through you favorite lighting website and you see the gleaming porcelain lamps, you will have a better appreciation for how they are made. Considerable thought goes into the design of each of these lamps that will grace your home’s décor with their elegance and charm.
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