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Lot 150:
Sold for: $60
Description
A pair of porcelain table lamps featuring vase form bodies mounted on flared bases. The central bodies are decorated with hand finished scenes depicting three cherubs among clouds, framed by orange scrollwork borders. The surrounding porcelain displays a light blue mottled ground accented with pink ribbons and floral swags. Each lamp is fitted with a double brass socket assembly featuring pull chains and a central brass stem ending in a turned metal finial. The flared circular bases are decorated with yellow ribbon and blue floral motifs. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the porcelain bodies or bases. The power cords are cut at the base; the lamps are sold as non-functional and require full professional rewiring. 31″ H x 8″ W x 8″ D.
Location: 23A
Condition report:
Both lamps exhibit significant surface deterioration, including extensive fine line crazing throughout the glaze. The top cap pieces and the flared bases show major losses to the surface finish, with large sections having flaked away to reveal the tan ceramic substrate. Metal stems and sockets show an aged patina with general tarnish and visible green verdigris on one socket. The power cords are cut at the base; the lamps are sold as non-functional and require full professional rewiring.
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