Antique Newel Post Lamp Base

This is a repurposed antique newel post serving as a lamp base, featuring a distressed white and brown finish. The base has a square pedestal bottom transitioning into a turned, decorative shaft with carved leaf motifs. The distressed finish reveals wood beneath, suggesting an aged or intentionally weathered aesthetic. The top is fitted with a standard lamp socket and wiring. The overall style is rustic, farmhouse, or shabby chic. The dimensions are approximately 18 inches in height and 4 inches square at the base.