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« on: June 02, 2013, 02:52:04 pm »
I have hit a brick wall when it comes to identifying these pieces. There are no identifying marks, not even a "made in china"- except on the electrical plug of the lamp, which is of a plug manufacturer. They appear to be by the same manufacturer, and the base used is the same for both the fireplace tools and lamp. The base measures 5.25 inches X 9.25 inches and has shell feet, and the lamp is quite heavy at 5 pounds. It feels smooth and solid in my hand- it does not feel cheaply made and does not look like brass plate. I have found the fireplace sets all over the web, the "finials" of the set range from horse heads to golfclubs, my set is of birds, which makes me think it is from the 1970s- but some dealers on 1stdibs and ebay are calling this from art deco period (and priced accordingly!). But no one has information on country or manufacturer. I found a lamp at the antique mall yesterday with the same base- but with a detailed gryphon on its post and glass shade- selling for $700. It also was unmarked. My gut tells me these are early 20th century, but I have doubts! If there is any input yall could give me on date and manufacturer, I would truly appreciate it! I bought this lamp to spray paint over (stupid idea!), but changed my mind and decided to polish it up and find a period appropriate shade, when I figure out the period hahaha!
Joni
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