Skulking around one of my favorite consignment stores on Tuesday, I spotted this gorgeous gold leaf Chinoiserie lamp. I knew it to be a reverse on glass painted and decoupage lamp from the 1940s. I scooped it up for $79 and they were so apologetic that it is missing its lamp shade. Look at two similar pairs I found on 1stdibs - one for $3,900 for the pair and the other $2,800. I think mine is by far nicer. It is 22" tall and in perfect condition. I used to decoupage and I know how much work went into this beauty.
For a lampshade, I think I'm going with a shallow drum shade in dupioni silk - a more modern and unexpected pairing that I like. I always find tall thin lamps the hardest to choose shades for. Here are the color choices below with more shots of my lamp.
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| Bronze |
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| Chocolate Brown |
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| Pistachio Green |
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| Lipstick Red |
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| Brick Red |
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| Seaglass |
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| Silver |
Have a favorite color? What lampshade would you choose? I think I'm going with the silver. It's a subtle and elegant choice and will work well in the room it is going in.
Update - Lots of emails and comments on the plates - they are Chelsea House. I love the way they go with the Brunschwig & Fils Xian fabric on the stools.
Lovely and intriguing possibilities for shades. I am even more in awe of the porcelain plates on your kitchen island. Please do a blog post on them!
ReplyDeleteWow Beth! Now that's a looker! It's those kind of treasures that can make a house look so unique and polished. I too like the luxe of the silver shade with the gold base.
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@novaraway
Beth what a find!Silver would be perfect. I always love when you post a photo in your home, wonderful plates on the table...
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Karena
The Arts by Karena
Bonjour Beth!
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that is beautiful, I love eglomise lamps and this one is a great find!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat find. But that requires a great eye, it's no accident. Very nice. I have a deep fondness for the lipstick red, but you're right, I think, to choose the silver.
ReplyDeleteFabulous find! I like the drama of the red shade but I agree that you must choose what is best for the room.
ReplyDeleteYOU DID BETTER THAN I DID. I FOUND A FRANCIS VONTURY* SIGNED LAMP FOR $95 AT AN ESTATE SALE IN HOLLIN HILLS - FOUND AN EXACT MATCH ON 1ST DIBS FOR $2500. IT'S SO EXCITING WHEN THAT HAPPENS. AS FOR YOUR LAMP SHADE, I WOULD HAVE TO GO WITH LIPSTICK RED !
ReplyDeleteFABULOUS FIND!
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There is nothing more satisfying that finding a deal like that! Gorgeous lamp!! What a treasure!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a find, Beth! Congratulations, your lamp is beautiful!! You know bargains make me giddy. :)
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The Glam Pad
That is a beaut for sure! Love your style and your fabulous blog!
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the stool in the last picture is adorable!
ReplyDeleteOMG! That lamp is INCREDIBLE! Can't wait until you get it paired with the shade. Once again, your luck is uncanny! Very pleased with this find for you!!!
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