Modern and Design
Thu, Jun 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 144
Pair of Vintage Stemlite Mushroom Table Lamps
Estimate: $400 - $600
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 |
American, 20th century, probably Bill Curry for Design Line Inc., one with manufacturer's label "STEMLITE by design line inc./el segundo, calif./patent no. 199141" and label "Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc./Portable Lamp/Issue No. 51,155", both stamped "B-631" at underside, yellow green painted tulip bases, wide conforming opaque glass shades,ÿbases only 11-1/2 x 7 in., height with shades 16-3/4 in.ÿÿ
Provenance: Collection from Blue Haven, designed by Carter Williams, Raleigh, North Carolina
Condition
surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches, not tested for functionality; one lacking paint at base underside; shades with scattered scratches
