Antique Cloisonne Elephant Lamp

By laurajeanne64, 23 June, 2014
Description

This was my greatgrandmothers lamp my mo said she had it since the 1920's.She lived in Brooklyn Ny and my greatgrandfather was a policeman at coney island........she claims it was purchased at Coney Island....I am not so sure no markings at all base of lamp is wood original shade disintegrated.Cannot find anything like it please help!

Category
Other
Medium
wood,ceramic ,cloisonne
Distinguishing marks
corner of sticker is only thing left on botton white with red edging no words
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
lamp is 24 inches high.... elephant is 1 foot high and 9 inches long
Date Period
1900's
Weight
7 lbs
History
my greatgrandmother had this in her home for years
Price Paid (If known)
inherited
For Sale?
Yes
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dlachapelle3

10 years 10 months ago

my mother has the same exact one that her great grandfather purchased it oversseas in the early 1900s during world war 1

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goodwillow

9 years 11 months ago

Did you ever figure out how much this was appraised for?  I have a very similar one - that I am curious about as well... I did see a similar pair on Etsy for $300 for the pair.  Though they are for sale, so unsure if that price is realistic or not...  Thanks!

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Robin lazarow

7 years 6 months ago

I am interested in this lamp. How do I get in touch with the owner?

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