A characterful carved oak table lamp base in the Arts & Crafts taste, featuring bold stylised foliate carving to the body and raised on a generous circular plinth base.
This example is attributed to Sir Charles Clee (CSI, CIE), a British civil servant who, according to accompanying family history, produced carved wooden pieces throughout his life following early training in carving.
The carving is confident and well-executed, with good depth and symmetry, and the oak has a rich, warm tone with attractive grain throughout.
Rewired and PAT tested, ready for use.
Retains its original red baize underside.
Shade not included 
Provenance:
Accompanied by a typed biography and photographic portrait relating to Sir Charles Clee.
Measurements:
Height (to top of bayonet): 28.5 cm
Base diameter: 16 cm
Condition:
Very good overall with minor age-related wear.
There is a natural age-related split to the oak running vertically through the body, stable and in keeping with the material.
Light wear to the red baize base.
Rewired and fitted with a later bayonet bulb holder.