Exquisite Antique Bronze Wall Light Greek Goddess Athena
Exquisite Antique Bronze Wall Light is a rare and outstanding wall lamp, featuring intricate details that highlights the craftsmanship of a bygone era, making it a true conversation piece.
The carefully converted gas lamp retains its antique allure while offering the convenience of electric lighting, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and practicality.
At the pinnacle of this elegant fixture sits a beautifully sculpted bust of the Greek Goddess Athena which, adds a touch of classical sophistication. The moveable arm allows for adjustable lighting, making it not only a decorative element but also a versatile source of illumination, ideal for reading books, hallways, or as a statement piece in living areas.
Athena was the Olympian goddess of wisdom and good counsel, war, the defence of towns, heroic endeavour, weaving, pottery and various other crafts. She was depicted as a stately woman armed with a shield and spear, and wearing a long robe, crested helm, and the famed aigis–a snake-trimmed cape adorned with the monstrous visage of the Gorgon Medousa (Medusa).
Condition Report
Stunning wall light that are not only in excellent working condition but has also been meticulously cleaned and rewired to ensure optimal performance.
Light has undergone a PAT inspection to guarantee its safety and compliance with electrical standards.Â
Measurement
Height:Â Â 60 cm /Â 23.62 inch (Overall)
27 cm / 10.63 inch (Plaque attached to the wall)
33 cm / 12.99 inch (Arm)
Width:Â Â 18 cm /Â 7.09 inch
Depth:Â Â Â 6 cm /Â 2.36 inch (Plaque attached to the wall)
27 cm / 10.63 inch (Arm)
Weight:Â Â 3.2 k.g.
Cleaning, Polishing & Restoration
All our collections have been through our workshop and where possible, we always try to maintain the original finish preserving the patina and colour, some items are sympathetically restored and this is done by our own skilled craftsmen using only traditional methods
We complete a full assessment, re-wire and PAT inspection on all lighting. The full assessment can include general upkeep and updating – Fitting new lamp holders, deep cleaning, minor repairs and replacement of fragile metal pins are all part of our service. Rewiring includes a standard rewire to conform with UK electrical regulations to an adaptation or conversion