Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
Porcelain, Base is possibly Brass?
Distinguishing marks
See Photos, 3, 3B, 4, 4B
Date Period
No idea
Size and dimensions of this item
16" wide base, 14" deep base, Lady and metal base 14" High
Weight
Not sure and do not want to damage bottom. Maybe 8-9 pounds?
Long Description
Inherited an Italian Porcelain lamp. Know it was made in Italy and has artist markings. I have several photos. The bottom appears to be cloth covered and is old and stained but intact. I would guess the cord has been replaced. The light works. It measures:
Base width= 16"
Base Depth= 14"
Height of lady to include base= almost 14" (The base is close to 3" so Lady 11")
Price Paid (If known)
Inherited
Photos
For Sale?
No
Italian lamps like this tend…
Italian lamps like this tend to date from the late 1920's through World War Two. They were made in very large numbers for the Export market, values for them last peaked in the late 1980's, but have plunged since then. At auction comparable lamps often sell now for under $50.00.
Thank you so very much. I…
Thank you so very much. I appreciate it greatly. It has several features that resemble a Capidemonte, but the markings do not match any of the Many Capidemonte Markings. The double layered brass base and the colors used.