19th century ebonised floor lamp with Onxy

The 19th-century ebonised floor lamp with onyx is a sophisticated piece reflecting the opulent and decorative taste of the Victorian era.

This type of lamp typically features a tall, slender column crafted from wood (such as mahogany or beech) that has been treated with a technique called ebonising, which stains or paints the wood a rich, deep black to imitate costly ebony wood imported from Africa and Asia. This striking black finish provided an elegant contrast, often heightened by decorative accents. The column is usually mounted with sections of polished, semi-precious onyx stone, which often appears in marbled green, brown, or white tones, adding a luxurious material contrast to the dark wood and typically coordinating with brass or gilt metal fittings. These lamps, often originally designed to hold oil lamps before being converted to electricity, served as statement pieces in formal parlors, libraries, or drawing rooms, embodying the period's love for exotic materials and richly decorative design.

Lamp shade is not included.