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Late Summer 2021 Fine Art and Estate Auction

Vintage Ainsley Brass Cherub Hurricane Lamp

This auction ended on August 19, 2021.

Start price: $40

Estimated price: $100 - $400

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Lovely, ornate parlor table lamp made of heavy brass piercework. Decorated with panels of cherubs in high relief. Originally a kerosene lamp, and converted to electric. Glass hurricane chimney; opaque cream glass shade (possibly a replacement). Rim stamped: Key Stone. Underside of base marked: Ainsley Lamp. Two pronged plug. Hubbell switch.

Material: Brass, Glass.

Dimensions: Base 15"H x 8 1/2"W. Glass shade: 7"H x 10"W.

Condition: Very Good. No chips or cracks to glass; several air bubbles at rim of hurricane. Surface wear including scratches, heavy patina to base. Shade may not be original. In working condition!

Age: 19th Century.

Provenance: Private Estate.

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