Faceted Crystal Table Lamp with Polished Nickel Base

A Sculptural Table Lamp of Light and Luxury

Under the soft hush of twilight, few things enchant a room quite like the luminous clarity of a Faceted Crystal Table Lamp with Polished Nickel Base. Designed by Ian K. Fowler, this lamp channels the quiet grandeur of mid-century ateliers — a seamless fusion of crystalline precision and metallic refinement. Its architectural form recalls the poise of Parisian penthouses and the gleam of Art Deco salons, yet it remains timeless enough to illuminate both classic and contemporary interiors.

The faceted crystal base, cut with geometric purity, captures light in its many planes — scattering a gentle prism of brilliance across surrounding walls and surfaces. Each angle reflects not only illumination but craftsmanship; a deliberate interplay of substance and silhouette. Resting on a polished nickel base, the lamp speaks the language of understated opulence — cool, weighty, and enduring. Together, the materials create a composition that feels sculptural yet soft, elegant yet approachable.

In the realm of Vintage Glamour, this piece stands as an emblem of balance — neither ostentatious nor austere, but imbued with quiet sophistication. One imagines it gracing a mirrored vanity in the 1930s, the soft light pooling over perfume bottles and pearls. Or perhaps resting on a grand piano, catching the glint of champagne in crystal flutes during an evening gathering. Its glow evokes those moments of still beauty, when form and light align to whisper luxury rather than proclaim it.

The crisp white fabric shade tempers the brilliance of the crystal, diffusing a velvety radiance ideal for intimate spaces — a bedroom nook, a reading corner, or a polished console in the entryway. The effect is enveloping: a warm invitation rather than a statement of excess. With every flicker of the bulb, the lamp brings life to shadow and texture, revealing the depth of the room’s design story.

Designed with modern sensibilities, the Faceted Crystal Table Lamp includes a UL-certified mechanism for safety and reliability. It accommodates up to 60 watts, providing ample illumination without sacrificing ambiance. Ian K. Fowler’s signature design discipline — his penchant for geometric grace and minimal ornamentation — ensures that this lamp endures beyond trends. It’s as suited to a tailored city apartment as it is to a vintage-inspired sitting room filled with heirlooms and collected curiosities.

Beyond its beauty, this vintage table lamp holds the potential of legacy. It’s a piece that can be passed down — the kind of object whose light has witnessed decades of conversation, laughter, and quiet contemplation. When wrapped as a gift, it becomes more than décor; it becomes a gesture of refinement, of care, of timeless taste.

Every element of this lamp feels considered: the clarity of the crystal, the cool sheen of the nickel, the tactile softness of the linen shade. The design harmonizes modern craftsmanship with nostalgic artistry — a delicate dialogue between eras. Whether used as a pair to frame a velvet sofa or as a single statement on a mahogany writing desk, it transforms ordinary light into something poetic.

To gaze upon the Faceted Crystal Table Lamp is to glimpse the intersection of architecture and art — an heirloom of illumination destined to endure in any collection that prizes quiet beauty and classic form.

Design Features

• Faceted crystal base designed with geometric precision

• Polished nickel base and fittings with reflective sheen

• Crisp white rectangular fabric shade softens the light

• Designed by Ian K. Fowler

• UL certified; includes shade and bulb

Color Palette

• Clear faceted crystal

• Polished nickel silver

• Soft white fabric shade

Condition Notes

• New condition; handcrafted detailing may create subtle variations in clarity or finish that enhance authenticity

Origin & Construction

• Expertly designed by Ian K. Fowler

• UL certified electrical components

• Polished nickel hardware with clear-cut crystal base

• Maximum 60 watts

Dimensions

• 10" W × 10" D × 17.5" H