Pair of Wedgwood and Bentley Black Basalt Vestal and Reading Lamps and Covers

Description:

Pair of Wedgwood and Bentley Black Basalt Vestal and Reading Lamps and Covers, England, 18th century, each with a female figure seated atop the shoulder of an oval lamp with fluted shoulder and foliate border, one figure pouring from a water jug, the other reading a book, mounted atop raised triangular bases, impressed marks, ht. 9 in.

Literature: Illustrated in Wedgwood I by R. Reilly, plate C107.
Estimate $5,000-7,000

Covers: Each with restored finial.
Reading lamp: Very good condition throughout.
Vestal lamp: Professionally restored to her arms and jug.

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