Lot 197

Classical Gilt Bronze Painted Metal Sinumbra Lamp

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
probably American, 19th century, possibly by William Carleton, stem in the form of four columns surmounted by pierced urn form burner, two arm branching support to white painted metal reservoir, on stepped square base with gilt bronze appliques, frosted glass shade with etched floral decoration, wired for electricity, 28-1/2 in. (overall), 20 in. (to socket); Provenance: with possible receipt from Woldman & Woldman, Alexandria, Virginia dated March 29th, 1993 for $3,100; The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

wire end clipped (not currently functioning, no plug present), some elements loose on base, paint losses and flaking to reservoir, reservoir slightly askew on support, surface dirt layer and accretion, some losses to gilding, scattered surface scratches; shade with surface dirt layer and accretion, minor edgeÿwear, scattered air bubbles throughout
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