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Description
I have what I believe is a '1984 apsit Bros of Calif 84 cowboy and horse at water trough' chalk Ware lamp. Just looking for information on this.
Category
Lamps and Chandeliers
Distinguishing marks
Apsit Bros of Calif 84
Size and dimensions of this item
Approximately 30" tall from base to tip of the light bulb
Date Period
1984
Weight
17.4 pounds
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Re: Antique lamp
What a lovely piece of Vintage Americana
Gary Apsit passed in 2011
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bakersfield/obituary.aspx?n=gary-apsit&pid=153025654
Many of these chalkware pieces were sold as blanks for the customer to paint. This began around 1977. So I would imagine this was a customer painted blank. Earlier pieces had been painted by him and his brother.
Circa 1980 - 1985 California United States.
Est Value: $150 - $250 US depending on market and demand. This piece would appeal to people with horse, the west and cowboy interest. I would insure it on your house contents insurance for $300 - $400 US. I would appreciate your feedback on my valuation. Thanks for sharing ... very cool ...
Peace Always
Thomas J. Gordyn
Certified Professional Appraiser - AIOA
Proud Member of The American Numismatic Association