{"product_id":"hand-painted-floral-folk-art-lampshade-calke-abbey","title":"Calke Abbey Folk Art Lampshade – Hand Painted","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eThis one-of-a-kind lampshade is inspired by a painted wallpaper border discovered during a recent visit to \u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCalke Abbey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eHidden away in one of the historic interiors was a charming decorative frieze of simple folk-style motifs — spirals, leaves and stylised floral emblems — painted in earthy pigments. I was immediately drawn to its quiet, handmade character and translated those motifs into this hand-painted lampshade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eEach panel is painted slowly by hand using a palette inspired by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFarrow \u0026amp; Ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e colours \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eSetting Plaster\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003ePicture Gallery Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a warm combination of soft plaster pink, and deep oxblood red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eThe result is a shade that feels both historic and playful — something that might sit just as comfortably in a Bloomsbury-inspired interior as it would in a traditional English cottage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eEvery mark and brushstroke is applied by hand, meaning no two are ever the same. When lit, the earthy tones glow beautifully, bringing warmth and character to a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003ePerfect for a bedside lamp, reading corner, or anywhere that calls for a small piece of handcrafted artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e• Completely hand painted\u003cbr data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e• Inspired by historic decoration at Calke Abbey\u003cbr data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003e• Colour palette inspired by Farrow \u0026amp; Ball Setting Plaster and Picture Gallery Red\u003cbr data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e• One-of-a-kind design\u003cbr data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003eWidth across bottom of shade, 25cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth across top of the shade, 10cm\u003cbr\u003eVertical height to top of lampshade, 15cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandle lightbulb:\u003cbr\u003eEco Halogen max 28W\u003cbr\u003eor\u003cbr\u003eLED 9W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Hand-painted on a quality cotton lampshade base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Original artwork – this is a one off piece, painted by me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for lovers of decorative interiors, nature-inspired design and artisan craftsmanship, this lampshade makes a unique addition to your hallway, living room, study or bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI post all my lampshades in EXTREMELY sturdy boxes that I spent a long time sourcing.  I have not yet had a single shade damaged in transit as a result.  Your shade will come beautifully wrapped in tissue and securely packaged.  I send all my  shades using Royal Mail Tracked 24.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAKING CARE OF YOUR LAMPSHADE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare of your lampshade - I have been painting lampshades for nearly 10 years now, using professional artist's paint which is designed to be lightfast and not fade.  You do not need to treat your lampshade any differently to a normal fabric lampshade - a light dust from time to time is all it will need.  The paint sinks into the fabric fibres, as it would on a canvas, so once dry, it effectively becomes part of the shade and will not chip or flake.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melanie Lewis Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52967591051605,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/4961\/2629\/files\/3_239adbb5-315f-4974-a853-2b28462e0260.png?v=1777293080","url":"https:\/\/melanielewishome.co.uk\/products\/hand-painted-floral-folk-art-lampshade-calke-abbey","provider":"Melanie Lewis Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}