Alabaster and Antique Brass Table Lamp

This Alabaster Table Lamp is a Sculptural Symphony of Light and Stone 

The Alabaster and Antique Brass Table Lamp is a study in quiet luxury — a sculptural interplay between the translucence of natural stone and the warmth of aged metal. Designed by Ian K. Fowler, this luminous piece distills centuries of design tradition into a thoroughly modern silhouette. With its rectangular alabaster base framed in gleaming antique brass, it marries the precision of contemporary geometry with the timelessness of classical materiality.

When illuminated, the lamp glows from within, revealing delicate mineral veining that dances across its milky surface like clouds adrift at dusk. No two pieces of alabaster are alike — each block is cut and polished to preserve the natural variations that give the stone its subtle character and soulful warmth. The result is a lamp that feels alive in changing light — serene in daylight, radiant by night.

The brass trim adds definition and refinement, outlining the alabaster with architectural restraint. Its antique finish softens the metal’s gleam into a golden patina, echoing the hues of candlelight reflected off vintage mirrors or burnished picture frames. The Alabaster and Antique Brass Table Lamp invites the eye to linger — not on embellishment, but on the purity of proportion and material.

Fowler’s design philosophy — the balance of classicism and innovation — is fully realized here. The lamp’s form nods to the refined simplicity of Art Deco and mid-century modern lighting, while its materials root it firmly in the lineage of old-world craftsmanship. The included fabric shade completes the composition: crisp, tailored, and gently diffusing light into a soft, ambient glow that transforms any room into a sanctuary of warmth and calm.

This piece finds its natural home within Vintage Glamour interiors, yet it also transcends any single style — equally striking in a modern loft, a Hollywood Regency parlor, or a French Country study. On a marble console or a walnut nightstand, it acts as both sculpture and source of light, lending an air of quiet sophistication wherever it rests.

More than a decorative accent, the Alabaster and Antique Brass Table Lamp is a conversation between permanence and illumination — stone and light in harmony. The cool smoothness of the alabaster contrasts beautifully with the tactile warmth of the brass, engaging the senses through sight and touch alike. When lit, it radiates a soft, velvety light that enhances not just the space, but the atmosphere — a glow that feels almost human in its gentleness.

In its craftsmanship lies a reverence for heritage: the tradition of working natural materials by hand, the pursuit of balance in form and function, the patience required to achieve such quiet perfection. UL certification ensures modern safety, but every visual cue whispers of artisanal care. This lamp is not merely made; it is composed — as thoughtfully as a piece of music, where each material and proportion contributes to a larger harmony.

As an heirloom or a gift, the Alabaster and Antique Brass Table Lamp carries the rare quality of timelessness. It’s a piece that will not date, because it was never bound by trend to begin with. The alabaster, drawn from the earth, connects the present to the ancient — reminiscent of carved urns and Roman columns that once glowed by torchlight. Its beauty lies not in spectacle, but in understatement — the quiet confidence of good design that endures across generations.

In the stillness of evening, when its gentle light fills the room, this vintage-inspired table lamp becomes more than illumination. It becomes atmosphere — a reminder that true luxury resides in restraint, and that the most beautiful things often whisper rather than shout.

Design Features

• Rectangular alabaster base framed in antique brass trim

• Designed by Ian K. Fowler

• Each piece features unique natural veining and color variations

• Includes rectangular fabric shade and bulbs

• UL certified for quality and safety

Color Palette

• Soft ivory alabaster

• Warm antique brass accents

• Gentle white linen shade

Condition Notes

• Newly handcrafted in the tradition of fine lighting design

• Natural veining and tone variations enhance authenticity and character

Origin & Construction

• Designed by Ian K. Fowler

• Solid alabaster body with precision brass detailing

• UL certified; accommodates up to 30 watts per bulb

• Shade and bulbs included

Dimensions

• 14" width × 6" depth × 19" height