Pair of English Late 19th-Century Black Painted Tole Canister Table Lamps

This elegant pair of English lamps was made in the late 19th century from antique black-painted tole canisters, each mounted as a lamp and decorated with a handsome and highly illustrative family crest. The cylindrical metal bodies feature a detailed heraldic coat of arms with a crowned crest, a lion and unicorn supporters, and intricate gilt-painted ornamentation throughout. The central family crest is surrounded by decorative scrolling and foliate details, creating a richly ornamental appearance against the black-painted ground.

The combination of the black tole bodies and aged gilt decoration gives the lamps a sophisticated, distinctly English character. Each lamp is fitted with a cream-colored fabric shade that complements the dark and gilt palette. They would make an impressive pair flanking a console, chest, sideboard, or bed.

Each lamp measures approximately 32 inches high by 9.5 inches in diameter. They are in good antique condition, with some wear to the painted and gilt decoration consistent with age and use.