Ochre Conscience Vessel Lamp
A large early 20th century patinated ochre glazed terracotta ‘conscience’ vessel with six loop handles, mounted as a lamp. French, c. 1900. Supplied with an off-white dupion silk shade.
In the 15th century, monks went from house to house requesting olive oil for the poor. They collected this in jars with a rope attached through the handles, carried by donkey or mule. Each individual donated an amount of oil, according to their conscience - giving birth to the name of this type of jar.
Rewired for the UK & PAT tested.
H66 cm (including shade)
H43 cm (to top of bulb holder)
Shade diameter 45cm
£1500.00
