Jefferson Lamp

950

This is a huge B20" x 22" lamp. The base is properly signed Jefferson. Good old sockets with acorn pull chains. Shade has 8 beautiful panels of high grade glass. All in good condition. Works well.

Handel "S" Border Palm Overlay Table Lamp

5,650

Here is a very nice and all original whopping 24" Handel "S" border palm overlay. High quality glass has those deep reds and oranges depicting the sunset. All glass and panels are tight with great patina. All original with no cracks or repairs. Both the shade and 29" base are properly signed. Notice the rare base is in the stylized tree trunk design. Has three original sockets with acorn chain pulls and teepee heat cap. Low price on this beauty to sell. Has been rewired for safety.

Properly signed Bradley and Hubbard

1,275

The shade is 17" with original high grade bent amber glass, with great overlay filogree. The base is 20" high. All matching patina is excellent.

Handel Acid Etched Table Lamp

4,850

Beautiful 18"x28" properly signed Handel acid etched "love birds". Properly signed and numbered #7721. Original 3 Hubbell sockets and Handel pulls. Rare.

Handek Overlay Flowers

3,875

Here is a genuine Handel table lamp. The Handel book calls it a stylized flowers; looks like stylized marijuana to some.16" shade is signed twice. The 20" base is also properly signed and is rare, with good patina. Originals sockets and acorn chain pulls. Has high quality glass. Has clean arts and crafts lines and is a rare and collectable piece of vintage american lighting.

Phallic Hanging Lamp

125

Phallic Symbol Lamp. Measures 12" x 6" with a 5 1/4" fitter. Complete with socket and chain.

Capeeze Floor Lamp, Handel Era

225

Here is a very nice 1940's floor lamp with handy 20" utility tray with brass ring, just like Grandpa use to use. The large tray will accommodate the newspaper, and TV dinner and drinks and provide all the light needed. The total height is 56" with a 16" Capeeze shade. Notice the inlaid wood on the base and the graceful flowing curved legs. Really a nice piece. Has two sockets with bell chain pulls. Works well.

Jefferson Lamp

950

This is a lovely Jefferson lamp. The shade is the obverse painted "cornucopia" fruit of the gods. Base is properly signed Jefferson with good old sockets with acorn pull chains. Very nice mellow lamp. 16" shade x 21.5" high.

Bradley And Hubbard Lamp

675

Here is a very nice and properly signed Bradley and Hubbard table lamp. Shade measures 15" and is bordered with grapes and leaves, in the Handel Coralene fashion. This Coralene procedure is when the subject matter, in this case, grapes are blown on the body of the shade while the glass is still moulden.

Rare Handel Lamp Base

675

Here is a very rare, properly signed Handel lamp base. Rare arts and crafts that one never sees. Has three Hubbell sockets and acorn chain pulls. Is a large large and spectacular measuring 24" x 9". Patina is great with some patina change where it is picked up or handled. Just the way the big time Handel collectors like it. Has been rewired for safety.

Handel On Weller Baldwin Base

3,475

Here for your consideration is a wonderful Handel 16" iris overlay properly signed and with great striated glass. This base is the rare and excellent condition Baldwin base. All the hardware is Handel with three Bryant sockets with acorn chain pulls. Weller pottery was founded by Sam Weller in the early 1870's in the small town of Fultonham, Ohio. During the early years Weller pottery primarily manufactured utilitarian pottery jugs, tiles, and jars for the local farmers. By the late 1880's, Weller began to follow the style of other Ohio potters and produce art pottery items such as wall pockets, umbrella stands, and vases. This lamp is all original. The Weller Baldwin motif features a three dimensional apple motif with accents of foliage and woody branches. The base of the lamp is the 9 1/2" Baldwin vase; without dismantling the lamp it is impossible to determine if this lamp base was drilled or manufactured as a lamp base. The vase sits upon a round wooden plinth base which originally was painted black. The plinth base measures 8" in diameter and carries the remnants of a black felt protective covering and has the typical Handel cloth tag.

Limbert Table Lamp

10,800

Here is the best of the best museum quality Limbert, totally arts and crafts 20" x 24" exquisite and rare all original table lamp is right as rain. This is a historically powerful and important piece of period American lighting. All glass and hardware are in excellent condition. The matching planshing and patina are the best ever as one would expect of Limbert. This lamp is shown on page 135 of the grand rapids art metal book 1902-1918 and is further identified with the stamped number 507.

Shop of the Crafters Hanging Lamp

3,250

Here is a great and rare Shop of the Crafters hanging lamp. Measures 24" and hangs 43". Retains all it's magnificent cats paw glass. Beautiful striated colors in deep reds and purples. The dark fumed oak has the original patina and all it's original hardware with four sockets and acorn chain pulls. The oak chain links,ceiling canopy and shade shape are all hallmarks of the Shop of the Crafters at Cincinnati, whom has long been accorded preeminence of the arts and crafts movement, producing sophisticated and significant designs of inlaid and other fine furnishings in the mission style. Oscar Onken's Shop of the Crafters opened in 1904 and discontinued operations under that name in 1916. A real bargain.

Handel Candlestick Lamp

745

Here is a fantastic original antique signed Handel adjustable candlestick lamp, all fully signed and numbered. This great lamp stands on a triangular solid bronze spade foot base with a single candle light and a bronze standard with a detailed hand grasping a ring finial. The height of the shade is adjustable up and down the standard. The triangular shade consists of four chipped ice panels decorated with painted shields. It is signed Handel and numbered 1940, on the interior of the back panel, see below. The glass is chipped ice, hand painted and is very rare. Throws of soft lite. Perfect for that special corner in your home. It stands 22" tall. It is all original and complete, it has been rewired. The patina on the bronze is great. One panel has a small diagonal tight hard to see, hair line one side panel corner, see below. This base has the rare Duffner and Kimberly metal tag on the bottom. A great hard to find original signed and numbered Handel lamp. Please feel free to email me with any questions. Buyer to add $25.00 to ship and insure in the USA.

Wilkinson Table Lamp

3,800

Here for your consideration is this very large and impressive Wilkinson leaded glass lamp. It is probably one of the finest leaded lamps from this company that i have seen. The lamp stands 25" tall and the shade is 22" in diameter.

The workmanship and high quality glass is spectacular. Has the ribbon border with stylized green tulips. The colors intertwine in perfect harmony. Will bring that special flare that fits fits those with the finest taste.

The shade rests on a massive 4-footed base that weighs 17 pounds! It is in beautiful condition. It is a 3-socket base, with the original arrow sockets with acorn chain pulls. Wilkinson made some massive lamps and this one is one of the company's best.

Jefferson Lamp, Handel, Tiffany Era

1,750

Here is a very nice, all original and most unusual, Jefferson scenic table lamp. The shade is properly signed and measures a full 16" diameter. The colors are terrific. Throwing off a dazzling and romantic warm coppery color. Has reverse decorated vines and leaves and a most unusual expanded look, as if one was looking thru a telescope at the open waters with large boulders and landscape. The Jefferson base is a full 23" high with good old sockets and acorn chain pulls. Absolutely magical when lit. This excellent lamp has been rewired for safety and has a low reserve to sell.

Handel Griffin Lamp

4,600

Here is a very rare 3 griffin Handel floor lamp with the great 7.5" sunset palm shade. Both 54" base and shade are properly signed. Great detail and totally correct. A very rare and fine piece of American period lighting.

Pairpoint Hanging Lamp

875

Here for your consideration is a hanging Pairpoint deco lamp. A nice 16" x 16" size and throws off warm lite. The body of the fixture measures 16" high and retains its original hammered copper hardware including the ceiling canopy. Also has plenty of brass chain which would be adjustable for hanging height preference. Free of any chips or cracks. Rewired for safety.

The Pairpoint manufacturing company was established in 1880 in new Bedford, MA. Producing coffin fittings and metalwork, Pairpoint approached its neighbor, Mt. Washington glassworks, about a possible merger. Combining metalwork and glassware production in 1894, their merger created lamp and lamp accessories including the well known Pairpoint lamps.

The Pairpoint merger:
From circa 1895 to 1930, the newly formed company was best known for their blown glass shades in three types: blown out reversed painted shades, ribbed reverse painted scenic shades, and landscape shades. Cut glass lamps and lamps with metal overlay were also produced by Pairpoint during this period.

Handel Bent Tulip Wall Sconces

2,250

Here is a pair of very rare Handel bent tulip wall sconces. 7" x 12". Shades and fixtures both properly signed. These Handel bent tulip shades are so rare only pencil drawing appears in the Hibel/Fontain Handel book page #29. Great glass and wonderful workmanship as one would expect of Handel.
$2250 for the pair.

Handel Lamp Base

525

Here for your consideration is a very nice Handel lamp base. Has all the good old Handel hardware and is in excellent condition and rewired for safety. Is properly signed and has that good old original patina with the desirable red showing through slightly. Also has the typical Handel cloth tag even thought the felt was too bad to save.

Handel Hanging Lamp

4,675

Handel 25" hanger. Nice arts and crafts design. Great hardware and patina. The shade is properly signed Handel and has beautiful high grade original glass, with one minor tight heat line in one of the smaller pieces of glass. Five original sockets with long acorn chain pulls. Hangs 45".

Suess Arts And Crafts Lamp

4,850

This is an authentic Suess lamp, signed base. Great glass and workmanship. 16" x21.5'. 2 arrow sockets with acorn chain pulls. Notice the tucked under pedals around the skirt. Has a few heat lines. A wonderful and important piece of vintage American lighting.

Handel Authentic Lamp Base

775

This is an authentic Handel lamp base. Generally seen with the upper end Handel shades. 3 Hubbell sockets with acorns. Has been rewired and ready to go. Described on page #110 of the Defalco/Hibel Handel book:"Bronzed metal base of baluster form, molded with petals and long stemmed buds ascending from the circular spreading foot." Truly an organic piece of functional art.

Handel Double Student's Lamp

2,350

Here for your consideration is a rare and beautiful Handel double students lamp with tulip shades. This is truly a rare and early lamp. The base has a thumb wheel which allows the upper apparatus to move up and down on the shaft. Stands a tall 28" in the up position and is 21" wide. Each shade is signed Handel as is the base. Insized Handel and has the cloth Handel label and has all the original hardware. The patina is original and shows some expected wear. The glass is outstanding with the heavy texture that really fires up. All glass is original, free of any cracks. Provides nice, soft no glare light that bounces off the ceiling. The base is heavily weighted for stability. This rarity has a value of $3,200 and up. Has that pleasing Handel look that draws your eyes to it. Kind of soul satisfying. Little wonder, Handel hired the best of the best talented designers on the planet to execute his work. I would low ball it for $2,350. Plus shipping and insurance.

Handel Arts And Crafts Table Lamp

4,800

Here is a rare and totally Arts and Crafts table lamp. Really nicely done by one of Handel's premier artists in the Coralene style with the sought after chipped ice finish. Measures 24" x 16". Shade and base both properly signed with the shade numbered #5354. Original 3 Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. Has a cord switch and rewired for safety. All in excellent condition. This is a most exquisite example of an important vintage lamp by America's premier manufacturer of lamps, so long ago.

Duffner And Kimberly Table Lamp

1,950

Here for your consideration is a Duffner and Kimberly 18" table lamp. The glass is outstanding in deep amber with root beer jeweled edge. Wonderfully coordinated colors. All hardware is genuine.

Pairpoint Table Lamp

875

Here for your consideration is a very nice Pairpoint table lamp. Stands 22" high with a width of 12 1/2" and a 10" fitter. The dark green table lamp. The shade is the old dark green color with cased glass "white" inside for light distribution. All the leaded glass prisms are included. The base and shade are properly signed.

The Pairpoint manufacturing company was established in 1880 in new Bedford, MA. Producing coffin fittings and metalwork, Pairpoint approached its neighbor, Mt. Washington glassworks, about a possible merger. Combining metalwork and glassware production in 1894, their merger created lamp and lamp accessories including the well known Pairpoint lamps.

The Pairpoint merger:
From circa 1895 to 1930, the newly formed company was best known for their blown glass shades in three types: blown out reversed painted shades, ribbed reverse painted scenic shades, and landscape shades. Cut glass lamps and lamps with metal overlay were also produced by Pairpoint during this period.

Chicago Mosaic Leaded Glass Swan Chandelier Lamp

975

Fantastic swans & water lilies border
Circa 1910-1920's
Wonderful very high quality oversize leaded hanger. Awesome granite glass that really glows! Has wonderful intricate art nouveau water pond lily design with swans. Exceptional fire when lit to the granite glass in this shade! The lamp glass is in excellent original condition overall, but it does have a two areas with some cracks. We have pictured the two places, it is six small sections out of hundreds of pieces in this shade. You could have a stained glass shop easily fix these two areas or just leave as is. It's a very big heavy lamp. The hardware is a new replacement cluster, the original was missing when we got it. The shade has a nice patina. The lamp is 24 inches wide, and the shade apron is 6 1/2 inches deep. The entire lamp is 15 inches deep. We sold this same model shade last year on ebay for $1600. This one is offered here at no reserve. This is a wonderful turn of the century hanger with the best glass and beautiful copper foil leading! Not your every day leaded shade, this one is an exceptional beauty! A real bargain and great investment. Shipping double boxing insurance and shipping would be $76 for this American vintage beauty.

Handel Ball Lamp

675

Handel 9" ball lamp. Properly signed Handel and numbered 2153. Beautifully painted yellow and green leaves. Nice hardware. Priced to sell quickly.

Arts & Crafts Handel Base

1,275

Here for your consideration is one of Handel's most massive bases. Described in the Handel book "bronzed metal base of Boluster form, molded with stylized petals ascending the body, raised on circular spreading foot with scalloped border. The upper section molded as a stylized tree trunk. Measures 7" x a whopping 27" high. Is complete with 4 Hubbell sockets for good light distribution and 4 acorn chain pulls. Very nice patina with the desirable tones of red showing through. Will fit even the largest of the Handel shades. Rewired for safety.

Durand Table Lamp, Handel Era

1,600

Here is a very nice Durand table lamp with mica shade. The base measures 13" with a beautiful 17" mica shade and is 23" overall height. The Durand is the sought after blue aurene with threading. Also the base is lighted with independent switch and is a wonderful night light. All in excellent condition.

Duffner and Kimberly Lamp

2,250

Duffner and Kimberly lamp. 16" x 24". Great high quality granite backed glass, all in good condition. Really a nice and authentic Duffner.

Pittsburgh Killarney Table Lamp

2,375

This is truly a great lamp made in the 1920's with the desirable chipped ice reverse hand-painted shade featuring the lakes of Killarney with vibrant purple colors and bronze base with fine old patina. All in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. The lamp is 20" high and the shade is 16" in diameter. Has been rewired for safety and is properly signed. The interplay between the colors is extremely pleasing to the eye. Here is a chance to own an American made important piece of functional lighting the Pittsburgh "Killarney" has consistently fetched in the $3,000 range. Mine is priced low to sell. A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" company was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926, when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices. Brings joy to the home every day of the year.

Handel Boudoir Lamp

775

Here is a very nice flowered Handel boudoir lamp with hand painted poppy flowers in full bloom with leaves. Base and shade are properly signed Handel with artist signature "ah" Arthur Hall. Throws off romantic light. Nice piece of American vintage lighting. Circa 1920. Measures 14" x 8". Rewired with Hubbell socket. Safe and ready to go.

Tiffany Floor Lamp

6,775

Here is a very nice properly signed Tiffany floor lamp with 10" acorn shade. Great modeled and striated glass with superb workmanship as one would expect of Tiffany. The lamp is 53" high and is signed Tiffany studios New York #423. Has the geco socket and works well. The lamp has all it's original patina with no repairs. $6,775. Here is a chance to own an important vintage made by the famous American Tiffany Co.

VanBriggle Table Lamp, Handel Era

325

Here is a wonderful all original, properly signed Vanbriggle table lamp. Measures 8" x 17" and is excellent condition. Fantastic details. Look at the butterfly in the shade.

Art Nouveau Statue Lamp

775

Art nouveau statue lamp executed and signed by Julian Cadet Causse (French 1914) whose works bring from $1500 to $19,500, and is a highly listed artist. This properly signed piece is 21"x 6" and is made of spelter. Is very finely detailed, beautiful young nude girl rising up out of long flowing leaves. Has a miniature socket, light and acorn pull. Really a dazzling and important piece. Priced to sell $775.

Jefferson Southwest Table Lamp

2,950

Here is a super rare Jefferson table lamp. Totally southwest and Arts and Crafts. Notice the 16.5" shade. Have a look and be instantly transported back a century and a half to the southwest plains with mountains where the great American Indians roamed. The wonderful detail in the shade also has the crisp artwork in the vertical trees done in Arts and Crafts. Base and shade ring match in the rare cold painted technique which was popular 90 years ago. In excellent and original condition. A real conversation piece in any room.

Fulper Arts And Crafts Lamp

3,550

Here is a rare and beautiful totally Arts and Crafts Fulper lamp. The properly signed Fulper base is a whopping 17" x 7" with a total height of 26". The Fulper base is the rare and sought after "Warty Matt Green", in excellent condition. Was always a lamp base, not converted along the way. The 16" shade is also Arts and Crafts and has the Tiffany type rattle. Here's the kicker: this shade has the original cloth rim liner which originally held a beaded fringe. Under this cloth rim liner a metal tag reads "The Suess Co." I was not aware that Suess signed their shades nonetheless here it is. I would sacrifice this great Arts and Crafts lamp for $3550.

Handel Greek Key Art & Crafts Lamp Base

825

Here for your consideration is a rare and beautiful Handel lamp base known as the Greek key. This lamp is properly signed twice, with the Handel stamp and the typical cloth Handel tag and has all its original hardware with 3 Hubbell sockets and acorn chain pulls. The patina is the dark brown with the reds showing through and a slight verdi gris. Measures 6" x 21".

Handel Reference Book

Here is a nice Handel reference 14 page reference book full of rare Handel lamps and fixtures with a price sheet that shows the prices of these nice lamps in 1910. One of these same Handel booklets sold on ebay Jan 2, 2005 for $105.48. Mine is one-third of that.

Pittsburgh Emerald Green Lamp

1,550

Antique Pittsburgh success emeralite doctors oil lamp. Measures 27" tall. Stunning condition with no damage or repairs. Has been electrified. The deep emerald green is magnificent with hand painted floral design and accented in gold. A real conversation piece in any room and is properly signed.

A practical and rare piece of American period lighting. Almost none have survived these past 90 years. This is a rare and collectible lamp. Notice the graceful clean lines. A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926, when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Duffner & Kimberly Lamp

3,750

Here is a great Duffner and Kimberly table lamp. Measures 18" x 24" and is properly signed. Retains it's original 3 sockets and acorn chain pulls and all glass with a few heat lines. This is a totally Arts and Crafts lamp with perhaps the finest base that D&D made. The D&K Co. was founded by Frank Joseph Duffner and Oliver S. Kimberly on 33rd St. New York City and made superb lamps from 1906 until 1926. This rare and beautiful D&K lamp is a real value at $3,750.

Bigelow and Kinnard Floor Lamp

3,250

Here is a great Bigelow and Kinnard floor lamp. The shade is a large and beautiful 21" dia. high quality glass and workmanship as one would expect of the great Bigelow and Kinnard Co. The base is nice and is made of wood. Complete with good old working sockets and acorn chain pulls.

Steuben Wall Sconce

325

Here for your consideration is a lovely Steuben wall sconce has the rare Steuben Verre de Soie shade. The shade or globe measures 5" in height and approximately 6" in width at its widest part. The opening is 3 1/4" in diameter. It shimmers and gleams with the colors of the rainbow. The etched design is very art deco in style, consisting of a series of stylized shields and circles, the circles connected with lines to a base of flowers. The Steuben signature can be seen. It is in mint condition the newly rewired wall sconce is heavy cast iron, has old gold paint and is also very nice and proper. Measures 10" x 12".

Handel Harp

Here for your consideration is a harp to fit those boudoir lamps like Handel, Moe Bridges and Pittsburgh etc. The harp is 7" high and will accommodate a 2 1/4" shade, usually a 6" to 8" shade. The harp is complete with shade support, heat cap and finale. All in nice dark brown patina. The shipping in the U.S. is $7.00. Please note the Handel lamp base is not included.

Handel Flower Lamp

575

Here for your consideration is a lovely flowered in full bloom and some buds soon to open, properly signed Handel # 2123 students lamp shade (selling shade only) fits the standard 10" round and is 7.7" high. Has that cool art nouveau look, hand painted by one of Handel's talented, great artists. In very good condition. Some very slight roughness around the top which appears was in the manufacturing process. Very slight, I mention for full disclosure. This beauty is low priced at $575 plus shipping. Here is a chance to own a beautiful piece of vintage American art which is also practical.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the Eydam and Handel Company in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as Philip J. Handel and then as Handel and Company. The Handel Company originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Handel 5 Shade Hanging Lamp

23,500

Here is the best of the best Handel 5 shade hanger. It is number 5285 and is known as the Handel tropical scene palm sunset overlay with "S" border. Properly signed several times. Handel started production on this lamp in 1907. Enormous amount of fire in the high quality glass. All in excellent condition.

Handel Lamp, Tiffany, Roycroft Era

5,850

Here is a wonderful, Arts and Crafts, properly signed floor lamp. The shade is 22.5" diameter and very nicely done in high color glass as one would expect of Handel. Has several tight heat lines. The base stands 65" high and also is a real rare beauty in it's original patina. Has four Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. A totally excellent lamp, rewired for safety and ready to go.

Handel Frank Lloyd Wright Lamp

14,500

Here is a breathtaking and totally Arts and Crafts, rare Handel desk lamp. Jaw dropping beautiful. Measures 20" x 25" and is all original with 4 Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. Heavy signed bronze base. Shade is also properly signed. Doesn't get any better then this. Would look great on a Limbert, Stickley or Roycroft table.

Williamson Hanging Lamp

2,750

Here is a beautiful Williamson 25" hanging lamp. Great glass and design to go with any decor. Very unusual hardware. Six good old paste sockets with long acorn chain pulls, the same tiffany used. Patina is the verdis green. Very heavy chain. Rewired for safety and ready to go. The R. Williamson Lamp Co. was organized a hundred years ago in Chicago.

Duffner and Kimberly Five Shade Hanging Lamp

8,250

Here is a great and very rare Duffner and Kimberly five shade hanging cHandelier. Lovely glass and design. Magical high quality glass and workmanship. Has all the hallmarks of the great Duffner and Kimberly Co. The partnership between Frank Joseph Duffner and Oliver S. Kimberly operated from 1906 to 1926 at 11 West 33rd street New York City. Oliver Kimberly worked for the Tiffany Co. and incorporated in Duffner Lamps, many high quality designs learned and practiced at Tiffany. This main shade is a whopping 25" with the four satellite shades being 5". Great verdis green hardware.7 original sockets with acorn chain pulls. Heavy brass chain and hooks. Rewired for safety. This lamp is shown in the Duffner and Kimberly publication. A rear and fine piece of historically powerful American period lighting. This documentation goes with the lamp.

Gorham Table Lamp

3,550

Here is a outstanding and pristine Gorham table lamp. Shade is 16" x 23" high. All original high quality glass and workmanship. Hardware and original patina are great, two early Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. The Gorham Co. Is known for their artisans designing and building very intricate and difficult to make lamps. Notice the graceful clean soul satisfying lines. Really a beautiful eye catching piece of important American vintage lighting. A very good investment at $3,550.

Bradley & Hubbard Prairie Style Table Lamp

850

Here for your consideration is a 1920's prairie style Bradley and Hubbard table lamp. The glass is heavy textured which really pops out and performs when lit. Looks like it came from the drawing board of Frank Lloyd Wright. Measures 21" high x 17.5" corner to corner. Is properly signed by the Bradley and Hubbard Co. Retains all its original hardware and rewired for safety. Priced low to sell.

in 1875 Nat Bradley Hubbard and Walter Hubbard organized the Bradley and Hubbard manufacturing co. On 21-23 Barkley street in Meridan, Connecticut

Bradley & Hubbard were known for their good quality, wide variety of products, manufacturing cHandeliers, piano lamps, brackets, banquet lamps, bordeaux lamps, table lamps, hanging lamps ink wells, card holders and lamp burners, and carried the center draft Bradley & Hubbard burner. Today their products (especially lamps) are recognized as collectible and sought after.

Gorham Table Lamp

2,950

Here is a very nice Gorham table lamp. Gorham was known for their high quality glass and intricate designs as is the case with this Gorham. The shade is 16" x 21" tall. Has the original sockets and acorn chain pulls. Rewired for safety.

Pittsburgh Table Lamp

3,350

Here is a very nice American Indian Pittsburgh table lamp. What a great lamp. The lighted base has the coveted American Indian with canoe. This 22.5" Pittsburgh lamp has good artistry in the base and shade. Has great hardware.3 good old sockets with acorn chain pulls. These Pittsburgh Indian scenes commonly bring $5000 at Fontains auction gallery. $3350 for this beauty.

Duffner And Kimberly Hanging Lamps

875

Here is a one of five hanging and properly signed Duffner and Kimberly lamps. Measuring 23.5" in diameter x 24 "drop". Drop is adjustable. Each lamp is made of beautiful striated glass in art nouveau style, with 3 lights. The light is bounced off the ceiling to avoid bulb glare and provide for even light distribution. If you have a large area, these five lights would be a rare find.

Handel 24" Bamboo Table Lamp

6,750

Here for your consideration is a very large and rare wonderful Handel 24" bamboo panel shade lamp with excellent and all in tact overlay. The glass is very nice striated with heavy textured inside and all original and free of cracks or chips. Base and shade both properly signed. The base is huge, one of the largest bases that Handel made. Found on page #138 of the Defalco Handel book. Described "bronzed metal base of vertically ribbed Chinese form, the foot molded to simulate a Chinese carved and pierced stand, the upper section molded as a stylized tree trunk." The patina is original and very nice. Has 3 Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. This is a very rare and fine piece of American period lighting which is historically powerful and has dazzling beauty which is much greater then my digital camera could capture.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the Eydam and Handel Company in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as Philip J. Handel and then as Handel and Company. The Handel Company originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Pittsburgh Art Nouveau Lamp, Handel Era

3,750

Here is a rare and beautiful Pittsburgh "pond lilly" very rare art nouveau table lamp. The lamp is properly signed and measures 22" x 16". The lamp has that natural and soul satisfying art nouveau style. Has the "Coralene" style. Which is the Handel patented application of colored glass beads applied in a molten state to the surface of the shade. Gives that deep three dimensional look. Colors are strong and well coordinated, notice the ripply water. Really jaw dropping beauty.

A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh Pilabrasgo Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926 when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Wilkinson Hanging Lamp

1,850

Dating to the 1920's, and is of high quality glass and workmanship and is a Wilkinson. It has a rose motif with eight leaded roses around the lamp as seen in the photos. These are in alternating red and pink colors with green leaves and stems. The lamp measures 21 1/2" in diameter and 11 1/2" in height. It has a two light socket and has been rewired. There are four tight heat lines but they do not distract from the lamp and are not visible unless you take a very hard look to find them. Priced to sell.

Pairpoint Danvers Bird Of Paradise Table Lamp

3,650

Pairpoint Danvers bird of paradise reverse painted lamp with original bronzed metal urn base. This large and colorful bird in flight is a real beauty and rare. It's real beauty does not come through with the digital camera. In good condition other than roughage around rim fitter and two apparent flaws (absolutely internal, does not come through on either side). Signed Pairpoint on inside rim and on base, pardon my blurry picture. The last picture shows what appears to be a artist signature ccd.re or ccdire is the most we can make out. Socket looks original, a very nice lamp! Measures approximately 27" high, shade is 18" in diameter. Priced low to sell.

Mellon Lamp Shade

Here for your consideration is a very nice 9 segmented mellon shade with white cased glass interior. The casing is used for good light distribution.

Yellow mellon ribbed cased glass lamp shade. This piece measures 2 3/4" high and is 8 1/4" in diameter. The opening at the top is 1 7/8" inside diameter. Throws off beautiful color. The condition of this piece is excellent however there is some very minor mold roughness on the inside of the rim of the large opening. There are no chips and no cracks.

Handel Art Nouveau Table Lamp

750

Here is a very nice Handel table lamp in the art nouveau style. The base is properly signed and has the Hubbell socket with acorn chain pull. The shade is very nicely hand painted and is not signed. Measures 13" x 7". Rewired for safety.

Handel Overlay Hanging Lamp

895

Here for your consideration is a wonderful Handel hanging lamp. The shade has two pieces of coordinated colored glass which are vibrant and in excellent condition and is totally gorgeous. Measures 10" diameter and hangs 27" the overlay is nicely done. All hardware is excellent with the original socket with acorn chain pull. The shade has the typical metal Handel tag. Absolutely magical when lit. Priced to sell.

Classique Table Lamp, Handel Era

1,250

Here is a very nice 16" x 23 " properly signed Classique table lamp. The Classique Lamp Co. Was in Chicago for many years and was known for their high quality lamps. The reverse scenic painting was done in the dimple "heavy applied paint" style. Notice the 6 tassels, all original. Newly rewired for safety. Top cap has been dented and straightened. Black paint on foot of lamp is worn. Overall an excellent lamp.

Handel Lamp W/ Mica Shade

850

Here is a great and rare properly signed Handel table lamp with mica shade. Shade is 8" in diameter x 13.5" high. Is known as the Chinese in the Handel book. Has the original Hubbell socket. Has been rewired for safety. The mica shade throws off a warm coppery light.

Bradley And Hubbard Lamp

1,400

Here is a great and properly signed "twice" Bradley and Hubbard parlor floor lamp. Notice the bronze eagles foot in complete and beautiful detail. Really a work of art a fine piece of vintage American lighting.

Labrador Wall Lamp

165

Here is a very nice Labrador wall lamp. Circa 1935. The lamp is done in copper and has amazing details "see the hairs" in excellent condition and works well. Measures 7" wide. Great for a child's room.

Pittsburgh Peacock Lamp, Handel Era

2,850

Here is a beautiful peacock lamp made by Pittsburgh. Properly signed. The shade is a large 17" x 23" high. The detail, and strong colors are great. Has that arts and crafts look. Excellent condition. Very rare and beautiful piece of vintage American lighting. Absolutely magical when lit up.

Chicago Mosaic Art Nouveau Iris Table Lamp

1,875

Here is a rare and very early documented Chicago mosaic table lamp, all original and in good working order. The entire lamp and especially the shade have great quality of glass and workmanship as one would expect of the wonderful Chicago Mosaic Co. The iris green turned leaves have a 3 dimensional appearance which is so cool. The variegated flowers really look real. Like having a fresh vase of flowers in the room every day. Measures 23" x 18.5". Truly a rare and beautiful piece of American vintage lighting. A real conversation piece in any room.

Handel Chinese Base

3,850

Here for your consideration is perhaps the most rare of the rare Handel lamp bases. This base is shown in the Handel Books with the 18" Mt. Fuji shade and others of the top flight Handel shades. Very heavy six footed with 3 Hubbell sockets and acorn chain pulls. The patina is original and excellent. Has been rewired for safety. On the body of the base are two sections with bamboo trees, one with bird in flight and one with flowers. Measures 24" high and 8.5" at the widest part. Has that really cool oriental flare and is described in the Handel book as "bronzed metal bulbous base molded with flowers, with the foot molded as a Chinese stand." A very rare and special fully signed Handel lamp base.

Handel Lamp #6612

3,750

Here for your consideration is a very nice art nouveau Handel table lamp. Properly signed and correct in all ways. Completely original Handel base & shade pair with no excuses. Lamp base has excellent patina, and color. 18 inch Handel Ice Chipped Art Glass Shade is in perfect shape with bright well coordinated colors as one would expect of Great Handel Company. Shade is painted obverse, on the outside of the shade using sand crystallized paint, which was reserved for Handel's best lamps. Shade is signed twice, on the glass shade and on the lamp shade ring. Shade has wonderful Art Nouveau motif, with a spring basket of blooming flowers. Not a common shade, it's unusual. Condition on both is excellent antique condition. Lamp Base Is properly signed and is 24 inches tall, a big lamp, and the shade is 18 inches wide. Guaranteed as this lamp to be 100% Handel as listed. The Handel number #6612 indicates it was made in 1917. High Quality, Low Price.$3,750.00 Plus shipping and insurance.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936. In Handel's hayday, they produced many types of high quality lamps which are in high demand.

Handel Moserine Lamp

650

Here for your consideration is a Handel Moserine. The shade measures 14" in diameter and 7" tall. The 2 socket The Properly signed Handel base is 21" tall with all correct hardware and works well. The shade has the original stamped Handel ring. The Moserine shade gives off a beautiful brown glow when lit. Unfortunately, the Moserine shade has two clean cracks that have been repaired, as can been seen in the photos. Still a handsome Handel lamp. $650 Plus shipping.

Handel Clamp Lamp

195

Here for your consideration is a very nice Handel clamp lamp. Could be used on a bed or clamp onto a shelf. All heavy brass, signed twice and has the great old dark brown patina. Also has the Hubbell socket with original chain pull. Has been rewired for safety, works well.

Handel Lamp #6748

6,950

Here for your consideration is an outstanding 18" Handel lamp. This shade is the rare molded type with the 8 vertical lobes, is chipped ice finish and in excellent condition, free of any chips or damage of any sort. This scenic lamp has the great trees, water, sky, clouds and sun. Really three dimensional with wonderful artistry. The base is also special and stands 26" high with all original and correct hardware with acorn chain pulls also properly signed Handel. Has been rewired for safety. $ 6,950. plus shipping and insurance.

Philip Handel. joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936. In Handel's hayday, they produced many types of high quality lamps which are in high demand.

Handel Peacock Floor Lamp

14,650

Here for your consideration is a very rare and beautiful Handel peacock floor lamp. The 20" shade has all the original colorful textures glass, free of chips or cracks or repairs and is properly signed Handel. the base measures 13" at the foot and stands 64" high is heavy brass and is also properly signed Handel and is numbered. Also has all the original and correct hardware and rewired for safety. Very low price for this rare museum quality Handel floor lamp.$14,650 plus shipping.

Philip Handel. joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936. In Handel's hayday, they produced many types of high quality lamps which are in high demand.

Bradley and Hubbard lamp

1,350

Here for your consideration is a great Bradley and Hubbard lamp. It is big. 26" high and 23" shade. Please note the shade is supported by a bronze 3-armed spider. All patina is good. The glass is original and free of chips or repairs and has nice coordinated colors. Please notice the Louis Sullivan design whom was the architect whom taught Frank Lloyd Wright. has all original hardware with acorn 2 acorn chain pulls and is properly signed. I would fire sale this beauty to you for $1350, plus shipping and insurance.

In 1875 Nat Bradley Hubbard and Walter Hubbard organized the Bradley and Hubbard manufacturing company on 21-23 Barkley St. in Meriden, Connecticut. Bradley & Hubbard were known for their good quality, wide variety of products,manufacturing chandeliers, piano lamps, brackets, banquet lamps, bordeaux lamps, table lamps, hanging lamps ink wells, card holders and lamp burners, and carried the center draft Bradley & Hubbard burner. Today their products "especialally lamps" are recognized as collectible and sought after.

Handel Hanging Lantern

9,500

Here for your consideration is a veritable feast for the eyes of the discriminating and astute collector of period American lighting, museum and investment quality. Very rare and collectible Handel Arts and Crafts hanging lantern Handel style # 5121. This lamp rarely comes for sale anywhere so, this is an opportunity that may not come again. measures 12" at the bottom and 10" at the top with the body being 23" and properly signed Handel. Comes with six feet of heavy brass chain which is signed Handel every few links along the way as is the ceiling hook. The striated glass is all original and free of chips, cracks or repairs as is the overlay. Notice the brick work overlay. This lantern style Handel lamp is shown on page #9 of the Handel overlay book by Robert Defalco. $9,500.00 plus shipping and insurance.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Handel S Border Table Lamp

950

Such a wonderful mood lamp. The base and shade signed Handel. 2 socket lamp base. The lily style base has an absolutely perfect patina. The lamp was rewired and is in perfect safe working order. I guarantee the base to be an authentic Handel lamp base. The shade is signed " Handel " however this is not a real Handel shade, but a nice showy reproduction which is reflected in the very low price of $950 for the whole lamp. The overlay and panels are all in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or breaks. The lamp measures 24" tall with a 17" shade diameter.

Uniquie Antique Hanging Lamp

950

Offered for consideration is a large antique hanging lamp. Cut and stained leaded glass and structure sure looks like a unsigned unique company Brooklyn, New York, lamp shade. Has beautiful well coordinated colors. Measures 18 inches in diameter and over 12 inches tall, total hanging length is 50". Beautiful cross vine type decoration, over a peach and light red tones type background- very soothing to look at... And tons of lead and glass slag pieces. Bottom of shade has a scalloped (wavy lead framework) this lamp has very nice hardware,with a four socket cluster and sockets for good light distribution, brass hooks and long acorn chain pulls that hand down below the border of the shade. Has been rewired for safety. Definitely early 1900's. Constructed of cast bronze type vein work in top of shade.

Whaley NY Leaded Glass Table Lamp Handel Era

1,875

Here is a extremely high quality art nouveau J.A. Whaley of Chicago table lamp. The quality, patina and workmanship are superb. The art nouveau with graduated and elongated wavy brick work (also known as fish net) with waved, colored triple glass apron. The body of the lamp is done in opalescent creamy glass with green red and yellow border. The granite backed glass really fires when lit. The base retains the original beautiful patina with raised flowers. With Bryant sockets and acorn chain pulls. Measures 23" x 16". This vintage piece of important American lighting is a real conversation piece in any room. Rewired for safety.

4 Shade Handel Parrot Lamp

7,550

Here is a very rare Handel hanging lamp with a deco flair. A single one of these rare shades was listed in the Fontains auction of April 29, 2000 with a selling estimate of $2,000 to $3,000. 10" Handel ball enameled on the exterior with an exotic bird perched on a tree branch. All shades and fixture are properly signed Handel. Hard to find words for this awesome lamp. Measures 42" x 21"and has been rewired for safety. Shown with 25 watt bulbs, so would show better with 40's. A fine investment grade piece of important American lighting.

Bradley & Hubbard Moasic Slag Glass Table Lamp

1,450

Here for your consideration is a totally Arts and Crafts table lamp. Wonderful Bradley & Hubbard Mosaic Slag Glass & Overlay Dogwood Floral Table Lamp with matching Slag Glass Overlay Base. Unusual design in a wonderful Arts and Crafts/Art Nouveau lamp. The lamp has a Mosaic Slag glass shade, done in Dogwood flowers. It is set in a filigree reposes brass frame. The lamp has a matching overlay base that matches the shade., overlay. The lamp is signed twice, underneath the base plate on the bottom with the B&H logo. Lamp has been rewired and is in working condition. The base is especially nice, with beautiful floral overlay Art Nouveau motif. Condition is very good, glass is perfect, has the original old socket and pull. Has a heavy weighed base. Very unusual lamp. The lamp is 19" high and the shade is 17" wide corner to corner. Priced to sell!

Duffner And Kimberly Lamp, Handel, Tiffany Era

2,850

Here is a wonderful truly Arts and Crafts Duffner and Kimberly table lamp. Shade measures a whopping 19 1/4" diameter x 23" high. With the original Duffner base. This lamp commonly sell for $4,000 to $5,000. Example = sold at Fontains auction April 1st, 2000, lot #190 $4,200. The base retains its good old working hardware with 3 sockets and acorn chain pulls. Glass really fires up. Shade has several tight heat lines. The Duffner and Kimberly Lamp Co. started in New York in 1905 by Frank Duffner and Oliver Kimberly and the very talented designer H. T. Howard. D&K companies philosophy was to "offer lighting fixtures in the purest period styles for the finest residences" they chose to compete directly against Tiffany studios. Why is so little known about this fine company? D&K existed for a brief period of time, 1905 but by 1913 went bankrupt. The recession of 1908 badly hurt sales for opulent expensive items. In 1906 the D&K wisteria floor lamp cost $550 while the Tiffany studios wisteria sold for $480. Note, by comparison a new model a ford of that year cost $450. Today D&K lamps are like Tiffany studios, highly collectible and in great demand while commanding high prices. Very little printed information is known to exist. This base has the rare Duffner and Kimberly metal tag on the bottom.

Handel Art Nouveau Hanging Chandelier

3,450

Fantastic Handel Art Nouveau Reverse Painted Leaded Hanging chandelier with three satellite shades Garlands of Flowers & Intertwining Ribbon Bows! Circa 1910-1920's. Wonderful very high quality oversize leaded reverse painted hanger. Awesome cat paw granite glass that really glows! Has wonderful intricate Art Nouveau Garlands of flowers with draped ribbon bows. Exceptional fire when lit to the granite glass in this shade! The lamp glass is in excellent original condition, no chips or cracks. This is a completely pristine original lamp that was taken down from a ceiling in an Albany, New York area home where it has hung since new just after the Turn of the Century. The hardware is original to the shade and it has three GE sockets with original pulls and a wonderful brass screws with flowers. The lamp has it's original wiring that was still in current use. The main shade is lamp is 18 inches wide and 11 inches deep, and the three smaller shades are 4 by 5 inches. The entire lamp is 32 inches long from the ceiling cap to the bottom. I have been selling lamps for 20 years and we have never sold a more fantastic hanging chandelier, it's the best!!! This is a wonderful Turn of the Century hanger with the best glass and beautiful leading! $3,450 Wonderful very high quality oversize leaded reverse painted hanger. Awesome cat paw granite glass that really glows! Has wonderful intricate Art Nouveau Garlands of flowers with draped ribbon bows. Exceptional fire when lit to the granite glass in this shade! The lamp glass is in excellent original condition, no chips or cracks. This is a completely pristine original lamp that was taken down from a ceiling in an Albany, New York area home where it has hung since new just after the Turn of the Century. The hardware is original to the shade and it has three GE sockets with original pulls and a wonderful brass screws with flowers. The lamp has it's original wiring that was still in current use, The main shade is lamp is 18 inches wide and 11 inches deep, and the three smaller shades are 4 by 5 inches. The entire lamp is 32 inches long from the ceiling cap to the bottom. We have been selling lamps for 20 years and we have never sold a more fantastic hanging chandelier, it's the best!!! This is a wonderful Turn of the Century hanger with the best glass and beautiful leading! Not your every day leaded shade, this one is an exceptional beauty! Wonderful very high quality oversize leaded reverse painted hanger. Awesome cat paw granite glass that really glows! Has wonderful intricate Art Nouveau Garlands of flowers with draped ribbon bows. Exceptional fire when lit to the granite glass in this shade! The lamp glass is in excellent original condition, no chips or cracks. This is a completely pristine original lamp that was taken down from a ceiling in an Albany, New York area home where it has hung since new just after the Turn of the Century. The hardware is original to the shade and it has three GE sockets with original pulls and a wonderful brass screws with flowers. The lamp has it's original wiring that was still in current use. The main shade is lamp is 18 inches wide and 11 inches deep, and the three smaller shades are 4 by 5 inches. The entire lamp is 32 inches long from the ceiling cap to the bottom. I have been selling lamps for 20 years and we have never sold a more fantastic hanging chandelier, it's the best!!! This is a wonderful Turn of the Century hanger with the best glass and beautiful leading!

Handel Dragon Lamp

875

Here for your consideration is a very early Handel winged dragon in flight, teroma hurricane globe lamp in the Japanese mythical style. Hand painted dragon in flight on front and back. Just beautiful and in excellent original condition. Measures 21" high with a 10" globe which is properly signed " Handel # 940.quoting from the Handel Defalco book."the lowest recorded on a Handel shade is # 41 which appears on an opal glass shade dating from 1892.this number is part of a consultative numbering system that reached 1032 in the year 1898. Were designed and introduced by Albert Parlow." so this lamp pre-dates 1892 and was converted from oil to electricity. The shade and base are both properly signed. The base is bronzed metal with figures raised in relief. Very masterfully done in great detail. This very collectible early Handel lamp is priced low at $875 plus shipping. Giant Dragons Wyrms. are the centerpiece of almost all fantasy lore. The Chinese mythology of descent, nearly every culture on Earth has some variance on the mythos of the dragon. Few creatures of folklore and mythology conjure up the mental images of the dragon. Also known as wurm, wyrm and firedrake, these mercurial creatures pervade almost every pantheon of classical mythology and have become an integral inclusion of an entire genre of fantasy literature. Despite the language of the name given them, dragons inhabit the myth and legends of most ancient and modern cultures and have been portrayed throughout history as magical creatures possessing raw power and mystical might. This is the allure of the dragon tattoo design. No other tattoo art or tattoo design makes as distinctive and commanding an individual statement than a dragon tattoo.

Handel Arts And Crafts Table Lamp

875

Here for your consideration is a very nice Handel Arts and Crafts table boudoir lamp. 7" shade and 16.5" base are properly signed. Reverse painting is strong and detailed depicting the Arts and Crafts windmill twice. Shade has one very minor chip on the top 2 1/4" fitter. The base is the desirable and rare Handel Chinese open footed with good patina. Has those nice red overtones. Hubbell socket with acorn chain pull and rewired for safety while reusing the good old wall plug.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Hampshire Base With Semmer Shade

3,950

Here for your consideration is a very nice Arts and Crafts table lamp. The shade 20.5" is made by the Phillip Semmer lamp co. And came from the estate sale of Joseph Corrothers. Great high grade textured glass. The base is the Matt Green Hampshire, properly signed and has artist mark. Measures 23" high. Has good old Handel hardware with 3 Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. This base is shown in the Hampshire book.

Pittsburgh Table Lamp, Deco Handel Era

1,850

Here is a great art deco Pittsburgh table lamp. Measures 23"x16" and is highly deco stylized with strong and beautifully coordinated colors. No chips or damage. In excellent condition. Interplay between the colors and glass are extremely pleasing. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" company was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926, when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Handel Brass Desk Lamp

975

Here for your consideration is a Handel, brass desk lamp circa 1925.this lamp is in wonderful condition and retains all it's original hardware and is properly signed. Measures 16" x 15".the hood is adjustable by loosening the Handel thumb screw. Directs the light to where you need it without glare.

Handel 18" Table Lamp

8,350

Here is a excellent Handel table lamp. The base and shade are properly signed and numbered # 7104 and was executed by John Bailey as shown on page 73 of the Defalco Handel book. Here is the description in the book. "The dominical shade in chipped, lightly sand finished glass. Painted on the interior with continuous lakeland scene od grasses and water in the foreground, reflecting a copes of trees silhouetted against a sunset of crimson, golden yellow, and mauve on bronzed bulbous base. What a complete original Handel lamp displaying the true artistry of the artist in real detail. An important vintage 1916 piece of important American lighting from Handel. This is the flagship lamp in any collection."

Phillip Handel established his lamp factory in 1885 on the corner of Miller and Catlin streets in Meriden, Connecticut. Handel hired the most talented artists and professionals available and made reversed painted and leaded shades. Chipped ice shades were produced and relatively unique to Handel and signed by well known artists as Bailey, Palme, and Parlow. The chipped ice was created by painting the shade with fish glue and heated to 800 degrees Fahrenheit. The contraction of the glue in the cooling process caused the textured finish. The Handel Co. ceased operation in 1936 as their designs succumbed to the new art deco aesthetic, but few other vintage lamps are as avidly collected today.

Handel "S" Border Palm Overlay Table Lamp

5,650

Here is a very nice and all original whopping 24" Handel "S" border palm overlay. High quality glass has those deep reds and oranges depicting the sunset. All glass and panels are tight with great patina all original with no cracks or repairs. Both the shade and 29" base are properly signed. Notice the rare base is in the stylized tree trunk design. Has three original sockets with acorn chain pulls and teepee heat cap. Low price on this beauty to sell. Has been rewired for safety.

Jefferson Peacock Lamp, Like Handel

2,850

Here is a very nice Jefferson table lamp. Measures 23" x 18" and is properly signed. The shade has 3 beautifully hand painted perched peacocks and is in excellent condition. Notice the prairie oriental flair to this artistry. Would fit nicely in a Frank Lloyd Wright setting. The base retains it's original patina with some slight wear also has two original sockets with acorn chain pulls.

Hand Painted Handel Hanging Lamp

2,275

Here is a rare and very nice hand painted Handel hanging lamp. Measures 10" x 9" and hangs 48" [adjustable] the artistry and detail is great and properly signed. Also please notice the 18" peacock table lamp plus the 18" Wilkinson lamp plus the 4 Steuben shades and the 8.5" pulled feather Steuben shade. All for sale.

Rare Handel Table Lamp

19,000

Here is a very rare and sought after Handel #7120. Properly signed in the shade and numbered and artist signed. Also the 3 footed base is signed with the cloth Handel tag on the bottom. This lamp appears in the Handel Defalco book on page 138. Described as "stylized birds of paradise in flight amidst berry - laden blossoming branches in tones of bright crystal blue, green, brown and yellow. All on a mottled dusty pink ground. The domical 18" shade in chipped lightly sanded finish, painted on the interior."

the patina is the heavy gesso style on the base and shade ring and finale. All in excellent condition. Has the original 3 Hubbell sockets with acorn chain pulls. This lamp has fetched in access of $25,000 at auction. Mine is $19,000 and is excellent original condition.

Phillip Handel established his lamp factory in 1885 on the corner of Miller and Catlin streets in Meriden, Connecticut. Handel hired the most talented artists and professionals available and made reversed painted and leaded shades. Chipped ice shades were produced and relatively unique to Handel and signed by well known artists as Bailey, Palme, and Parlow. The chipped ice was created by painting the shade with fish glue and heated to 800 degrees Fahrenheit. The contraction of the glue in the cooling process caused the textured finish. The Handel Co. Ceased operation in 1936 as their designs succumbed to the new art deco aesthetic,but few other vintage lamps are as avidly collected today.

Pittsburgh Roses Table Lamp

725

Here is a beautiful Pittsburgh roses table lamp, measures 20" x 15.5" and is in excellent original condition. Is properly signed. The outside surface has a most unusual raised configure. A nice piece of American vintage lighting by Pittsburgh. Has several red roses in full bloom with green leaves and stems.

the Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926,when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Pittsburgh Autumn Leaf Special Lamp

1,775

For your consideration is this antique c.1910 Pittsburgh electric table lamp. This stunning piece has a shade that is painted with autumn leaves in full spectacular fall colors on the inside and exterior both! Two-bulb socket cluster in great working order. The decorated base has a deep brown finish, as does the cap on top! Properly signed " Pittsburgh " great lamp by one of the beat makers! A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926,when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices. $1,775 for this rare beauty. Measurements: the size is 22" tall, and the shade alone is 14" x 6". Condition: no damage or wear.

Pittsburgh Hand Painted Dafodil Lamp

1,650

Daffodils daffodils all year long. Bring flowers and joy to your home every day of the year with this beauty. Here for your consideration is a lovely 1920's Pittsburgh 18" reverse hand painted daffodil floral panel lamp. Retains the original brass dual sockets, brass pull chains, shade holder, and finial. Lamp measures 25" tall by 8" diameter. In good working order with new cord and plug. The matching shade has six reverse painted panels with band of florals beneath green background, the glass surface "chipped ice" texture. Frame measures 7-1/2" tall by 18" diameter. Very good condition: metal without breaks or losses, original finish with slight wear at shade holder and finial. Glass panels and reverse painting without any damage or wear. A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926, when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high demand.

Miller Filigree Lamp

750

For your consideration is a very nice multi panel miller table lamp with the special spider web filigree. The amber glass throws off that soul satisfying romantic coppery light. The Edward Miller Lamp Co. From Meriden, Connecticut. An important piece of American vintage lighting in excellent condition.

Handel Ball Lamp #6885, Birds in Flight

5,450

Here is a very rare Handel # 6885 birds in flight Handel ball lamp. It just does not get any better then this, the best of the best. Is signed by perhaps Handel's most famous and proficient artist "Palme" and is nicely detailed. Notice the signature Palme is plainly painted to the outside of the shade in a prominent place which depicts this is a superb piece. The painting is applied in the Coralene "patented by Handel" style, has the chipped ice finish and is truly magnificent. The ball is 10". The lamp retains all its original patenated hardware, most of which is heavy bronze. This lamp is shown exactly like this on page #140 of the Hibel/Fontaines Handel book.

Philip Handel was best known for the art glass lamps he produced at the turn of the century, at a factory established on the corner of Miller and Catlin Streets in Meriden, Connecticut. Handel made gas and electric lamps with both leaded glass and reverse-painted shades and specialized in techniques for decorating glass. The earliest Handel glass shades were available in a 10" or 12" diameter, with an open top to be used with oil or kerosene bases. It took a great deal of artistic talent to create Handel's reverse painted shades, combining skills in watercolor painting techniques with an eye toward how light would play through the glass and paint to create their three dimensional affects used with landscapes, exotic birds, and elaborate floral patterns. In 1902, a foundry was opened that allowed Handel to make their lamp bases in house as well, allowing the artists working there to experiment in bases which were complementary to the shade designs. Handel lamp bases were mostly made of patinated white metal although some examples of bronze bases do exist. Handel scenic shades often reflect nature although in a much more diverse way than Tiffany or Pairpoint who focused more exclusively on floral designs. Handel did floral shades of course, but also produced unique scenic interpretations such as the bird series, Treasure Island, and many more.

Chipped ice shades with a texture similar to overshot glass were produced and were relatively unique to Handel. Shades signed by well known artists such as Bailey, Palme, and Parlow are highly valued today by collectors. Teroma lamp shades were created from clear blown glass blanks that were painted on the interior (reverse painted), while Teroma art glass (the decorative vases, humidors, etc. in the Handel Ware line) is painted on the exterior. This type of glassware has a 'chipped ice effect' achieved by sand blasting and coating the surface with fish glue. The piece is then kiln fired at 800 degrees F. The contraction of the glue during the cooling process gives the glass a frosted, textured effect. Some shades are sand-finished, adding additional texture and depth. Both the glassware and chinaware decorated by Handel are rare and command high prices on today's market. Many of Handel's chinaware blanks were supplied by Limoges.

The Handel Company ceased operation in 1936 as their designs succumbed to the new Art Deco aesthetic, but few other vintage lamps are as avidly collected today as the reverse painted and leaded lamps of Handel.

Pittsburgh Table Lamp, Roses

975

Here is a very nice Pittsburgh table lamp in full blossoming roses. Like having a fresh bouquet of roses on the table every day. Measures 18.5" x 14.5" and is in excellent original condition and is properly signed Pittsburgh. No chips or cracks. Notice the Corelene style, this technique was used by Handel and other upscale lamp companies of that elegant bygone era. A practical and rare piece of American period lighting. A beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh " Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926,when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Tiffany Harp Lamp

5,400

Here is a very nice Tiffany harp floor lamp. The base had a rich brown patina with verdis green which is all original; socket, switch, (Geco). This has been rewired professionally. The lamp stands 55 inches tall and is signed Tiffany Studios, New York, #423 and may be referenced in the Tiffany at Auction Book, (Duncan) page 79 plate 211. Overall, the base is in near MINT condition. The shade is the rare Loetz 9" with crackle glass circa 1910. Here is a chance to own a true vintage fine piece of American period lighting by Tiffany.

Green Cased Glass Shade For Oil Lamp / Student Lamp

Here for your consideration is a great vintage cased glass shade only. Measures 10" diameter with a 2 5/8"opening for a chimney x 4" high. Has that dark tamoshanter green not the newer blue/green.

Wilkinson Lamp, Handel Era

3,850

Here is a beautiful and excellent Wilkinson, whopping 24" x 66" floor lamp. This shade is known a the cats eye. All hardware and patina is very nice. Rewired for safety.

Antique Quezal Lamp

775

Authentic antique Quezal lamp, featuring two matching (original) shades. These golden metallic shades have a rounded shoulder, and become square at the mouth. The base is in great shape, and in great working order. They glow orange when lit! Shades are signed as shown. Tiffany also made this same shade so the design and coloring is breath taking and throws of that coppery, romantic mood light. Turn on this beauty and be instantly transported to that opulent time of yesteryear. Very rare and important piece of American period lighting and a true piece of American decorative art history. Price to sell at $775. Measurements: the size is 17" x 17", and the shades are each 5.25" x 4", with 2.25" fitter rims. Condition: there is no damage of any kind.

Wilkinson Hanging Lamp

2,850

Here for your consideration is a big, beautiful Wilkinson hanging lamp. Measures a whopping 25" x 16" top to bottom. Comes with the good old 4 light cluster, 36" of the original very heavy brass chain and ceiling canopy plus long acorn chain pulls. This shade has superb glass with wonderful coordinated colors and textures with excellent workmanship. All of which were the hallmark of the great R.Wilkinson Lamp Co. located at Washington & Jefferson streets in Chicago, IL a century ago. Over the years several of these beauties have sold at Fontains, all around $5500 to $6500. This one is a real fine and beautiful lamp.

Handel Arts and Crafts Desk Lamp

1,275

Here for your consideration is a very nice and totally Arts and Crafts Handel desk lamp. Measures 10" x 16" and is in excellent condition with on chips or cracks. The high quality glass is nice colored and well coordinated as on would expect of the great Handel Co. Please notice the brickwork overlay and the border pattern which is repeated on the foot of the base. Patina and hardware is correct with a Hubbell socket and acorn chain pull. Would look great on that Stickley desk. Shade and base both properly signed also the cloth Handel tag is included. The shade swivels and is a practical reading lamp.

Handel Table Lamp

1,875

Here for your consideration is a very nice Handel table lamp. The shade is just spectacular with a wonderful romantic. Jade color. "looks somewhat blue in the pix however is jade green color" measures 23" x 16". Has all the original hardware and 3 acorn chain pulls. Rewired for safety and ready to go. Priced to low to sell. Reigning beauty.

Jefferson Peacock Lamp

1,975

Here for your consideration is a very nice and properly signed Jefferson lamp. Measures 18" x 23". The shade is just jaw dropping beautiful with peacocks, tree limbs and leaves, all stylized in the oriental theme. The shade is reverse painted and is in excellent condition as is the base. Rewired for safety with all original hardware. The Jefferson Lamp Co. was 1st established in 1900 in Steubenville, Ohio a renowned area for glass making. The company Moved to Follanbee, WV. in 1907 and went bankrupt in 1933. Here is a chance to own a rare and fine piece of period American lighting that is beautiful and historically powerful. Priced low to sell.

Handel Table Lamp, Poppies and Butterflies

2,775

Here for your consideration is a true Handel beauty. Very rare. The 8" shade is molded and ribbed with chipped ice sand finish, with full blooming poppies and 8 butterflies in flight. All against a pale ground shading to a golden yellow. Free of chips or any damage. The base is ivory enameled bronzed metal with slender,dropped baluster stem and foot molded to simulate a Chinese carved and pierced stand. Shade and base properly signed and numbered shade.

Beautiful Jefferson Table Lamp

2,275

Here is a rare and beautiful Jefferson table lamp. All original. Lamp is super!! It is signed in 3 places. The shade signed 1886 Jefferson Company and artist signed JB. The lamp has great artistry, detail and coloring. The top ring is marked Jefferson as is the base on bottom edge. The shade has great color with 2 trees and chipped ice finish. The base has a bronze like finish. Measures 22" tall by 18.5" across shade. Excellent condition. This is a super lamp. What a great investment.

The Jefferson Lamp Co. was 1st established in 1900 in Steubenville, Ohio a renowned area for glass making. The company moved to Follanbee, WV in 1907 and went bankrupt in 1933. During those years, Jefferson produced high grade reverse painted lamps to rival Handel. Here is a chance to own a rare and fine piece of period American lighting that is beautiful and historically powerful. This excellent all original lamp is priced low to sell.

Handel Mushroom Deco Table Lamp

995

Here for your consideration is a very nice Handel table lamp in the deco style. Described in the Handel book as "mushroom style with hand painting" the 10" shade is wonderfully painted with blooming flowers "poppies" with deco stylizing. Is the large 12" diameter. And properly signed Handel #3345 which equates to 1909 with the artist signature of BD. Total height of the lamp is 17" with a 6.5" foot. The base is also rare and properly signed " Handel with the number of 691" has the Hubbell socket with acorn chain pull and rewired for safety. The patina is dark brown and in fine shade. The shade has a slight scratch "not a crack" which is very hard to see and goes not detract nor does it reveal in the interior cased surface. Casing was a method employed by Handel for it's reflective color and even light distribution without " hot light spots" most of the Handel mushroom shades are 10" so this is a rarity at 12" and a handsome addition to any collection.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Handel Hanging Bird Lamp

1,275

Here for your consideration is a very rare Handel hanging lamp with a deco flair. A single one of these rare shades was listed in the Fontains auction of April 29, 2000 with a selling estimate of $2000 to $3000. 10" Handel ball enameled on the exterior with an exotic bird perched on a tree branch. This rare and beautiful deco shade and fixture are properly signed Handel. Hard to find words for this awesome lamp. Measures 10"and hangs 44" on heavy brass Handel chain and has been rewired for safety. Shown with a 25 watt bulb, so would show better with 40's. The large tassel is hollow brass as Handel made them. A fine investment grade piece of important American lighting. Sold as shown with the deco arched hanger or traditional ceiling canopy. Priced low to sell.

History of the great American Handel CO.
Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936.

Chicago Mosaic Flower Table Lamp

2,950

Here for your consideration is a rare Oversized Huge Chicago Mosaic Leaded Glass Table Lamp. Chicago Mosaic Tulip, Daffodil Leaded Glass Table Lamp WITH Arts and Crafts BRICK WORK GLASS Circa 1915. Wonderful very high quality oversized huge leaded table lamp on it's original base. This lamp was made just after the Turn of the Century by The Mosaic Shade Company of Chicago, Ill. Today these lamps are known by dealers and collectors as Chicago Mosaic. Awesome granite glass that really glows! Has a wonderful Art Nouveau Floral Tulip and Dogwood floral design, that was very popular. Exceptional fire when lit to the granite glass in this shade! The lamp glass is in excellent original condition. It's a very big heavy lamp. The huge lamp base has a stunning fruit and flower reposse base, with a classic fluted column. Three original GE sockets have been rewired and are in working condition ready for your home or shop with period pulls. The shade has a really nice patina, with the golden leading you often see in Chicago lamps. The lamp is a huge 32 inches high, and the shade is exceptionally deep 11 inches. The lamp shade is 22 inches wide. This is a really huge leaded table lamp! Not your every day leaded lamp, this one is an exceptional beauty! Very reasonably priced. A good investment that will bring joy every day of the year.

Handel Thorny Roses Lamp

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Signed Handel Reverse Painted Lamp Thorny Roses. Signed, numbered Handel's most coveted artist Bedigie.

Handel Flowered Lamp

19,750

Here for your consideration is a wonderful and rare Handel 18" full flowered in full bloom lamp numbered #6688. This lamp has fetched $26,000 at Fontain's auction house. This lamp is real special being signed 4 times and with the rare 3 legged base and super rare glass finale, all shown in the Handel book.

this lamp is in excellent condition with vivid colors. Nicely executed scene with butterflies amidst rose blossoms in various stages of bloom. All hardware is original with 4 Hubbell sockets and acorn chain pulls. Has been properly rewired for safety. A good investment at $19,750 that will bring joy to ones home every day of the year.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936. Now the good old Handel's are very collectible and hold their investment value world wide.

The Best Pittsburgh Call of The Wild Table Lamp

3,850

Here for your consideration is the rarest of the rare fine Pittsburgh 18" lamps. Known as the call of the wild and also the encampment. The shade has the greatest artistry and detail. Notice the encampment scene under the moonlight night. Has all the detailed scenery including water, sky trees, boat,moon, and is signed on the shade and base. All in excellent condition. This lamp has it all and brings over $5,500 consistently at auction. The base is the coveted owl base with it's original patina and all hardware including 3 sockets with acorn chain pulls. My price is set low to sell.

A practical and rare piece of American period lighting. Almost none of these rare lamps have survived these past 90 years. A practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926,when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Pittsburgh Painted Swan Lamp

2,475

Wow - wonderful old reverse painted Pittsburgh lamp. This is an absolutely wonderful item. It has a wonderful heavy bronze type base with wonderful flower design and great original patina. The shade has a wonderful design with great colors and no paint loss. The shade shows swans on a pond in the woods with large trees. The lamp measures 23" x 16" and is properly sign with all its original hardware with acorn chain pulls. Really great artistry and a bargain at $2475.a practical and beautiful and great investment. The Pittsburgh "Pilabrasgo" Co. was started by Nicholas Kopp in 1900, a chemist known for his knowledge and ability to hand mold and color beautiful lamps that were very popular until 1926, when the company bankrupted. Now the upper end Pittsburgh lamps are popular and command high prices.

Lightolier Chandelier

675

Here for your consideration is a rare chance to own a truly art nouveau 3 piece lite set. A fine quality brass chandelier with marble shades by Lightolier. This set was removed from a building and had no shades. These alabaster / marble shades were added and fit perfectly. Flowing art nouveau style featuring (3) lighted arms that are suitable for use with or without shades. Size: 18" tall with lights 15" apart on center. All rewired for safety. The two sconces are Flowing art nouveau style featuring (2) lighted arms each that are suitable for use with or without shades. Size: 15" tall with lights 10" apart on center. Shades: 8" diameter x 4" deep. All three priced low. Perfect for a dining room.

Handel Parrot Lamp

675

Here for your consideration is a very nice properly signed Handel parrot lamp. The shade is 8" diameter. With full blooming flowers and free of chips or damage. The base is the Handel with the original gold heavy Coralene application patina. Has the Hubbell socket with acorn chain pull. Total height is 13.5". Rewired for safety and priced low.

Signed Handel Hanging Fixture

3,350

Here for your consideration is for a beautiful large signed "Handel" hanging fixture that is 25" in diameter and hangs 45" from the ceiling on heavy signed Handel brass chain. This early 20th century leaded shade is one of Handel's largest production shades. Has that special glass that Handel was known for a smaller version of the shade (22") is shown in the Handel Lamp Book by Hibel and Fontaine on page 61 in the lower left image. The shade is eight (8) sided with bent glass at the transition to the border, is 9.5" deep. The borders have an overlayed stylized floral pattern with painted leaves and floral features. The fixture is in an inverted configuration with 5 Hubbell sockets with long acorn chain pulls. Notice the original Handel "squashed ball" cluster. The fixture is in very good completely functional condition with some minor glass cracks consistent with a fixture of this age. All cracks are tight and stable. Comes complete with all hardware ready to hand and rewired for safety .This fixture was made during the same period as Tiffany Studios, Duffner and Kimberly, Unique, Wilkinsons and other higher end leaded lamp makers. A real bargain at $3,350.

This fixture hung in the now demolished "Blackie's House of Beef" that was a local Washington, DC landmark for many years.

I will double box and ship the fixture by UPS or FedEx Ground with the actual shipping paid for by the buyer. Insurance will be required. The fixture weighs approximately 40 pounds.

Philip Handel joined in partnership with Adolph Eydam in 1885 to form the "Eydam and Handel Company" in Meriden, Connecticut. When this partnership dissolved in 1892, the remaining company was relocated to larger facilities and was thereafter known as "Philip J. Handel" and then as "Handel and Company". "The Handel Company" originally incorporated on June 11, 1903 with Philip J. Handel, Albert Parlow, and Antone Teich as the primary officers. Philip J. Handel married his second wife, Fannie Hirschfield Handel, in 1906, and she became company President upon Philip Handel's death in 1914. She would remarry (Fannie Handel Turner) in 1918 and managerial control of the company soon passed to William F. Handel, Philip's cousin. The immediate post World War I period was one of tremendous growth and profitability for The Handel Company. However, the economic slowdown of the late 1920's and resulting Great Depression had a devastating effect on company fortunes. By 1929, most production had ceased, and manufacturing ended all together in 1936. In Handel's hayday, they produced many types of high quality lamps which are in high demand.

Heintz Arts and Crafts Mica Lamp

1,550

Here is a wonderful and rare Heintz with mica shade table lamp.11.5"x 8", rewired for safety. All hardware is original and in good working condition. Notice the birds on the shade that repeat on the base. Here is a chance to own a vintage piece of important made piece of art/lighting. The Heintz art metal shop was established by Otto L. Heintz in Buffalo, New York. In June 1911 Otto perfected his invention of a method of applying sterling silver overlays without using solder. The company suffered a one two punch with the sudden death of Otto at 41 years old and the defection of his manage Fred Smith. The great depression finally claimed the company February 11, 1930.

Purple Iris Leaded Stained Glass Table Lamp

1,775

Please note the same lamp shade sold on eBay 4-30-06 6274457729 for $1,975 and was not a Duffner.

Up for auction is a very nice leaded glass table lamp. What makes this stand out are the purple iris flowers. You never see purple or iris' in these old lamps. It is 100% guaranteed pre-1920. It measures 18" in diameter and stands 23" tall so it is a large lamp. I am not sure of the maker but it is very high quality. It has the Duffner shade support and Duffner shade ring; I see no repairs or replacements to the shade. It is in very good condition with a few tight heat lines. The purple glass is vivid and really comes alive when lit. The emerald green also jumps out nicely. The base has is decorated and has its original dark patina. It is a 3 socket with a highly decorated top cap. This is a lamp by a good manufacturer and sure looks like Duffner & Kimberly. It is not the run of the mill that you see out there. It has purple iris' and a matched iris base. It is large, impressive and guaranteed old. Someone will get a heck of a deal.

Original Period Bronze Lamp Signed P. Theirmann

875

Original period bronze lamp on marble base signed p. Thiermann.

22" high depicting dog chasing boy up a tree. This solid bronze 100 year old lamp is beautiful and in excellent original condition and is properly signed. Sits on the original veined dark marble. Highly listed German artist whom produced his work 1900-1915.Very detailed with great original patina. Has its original early paiste socket with working switch. Rewired for safety. The shade is a wonderful piece, signed Mueller Fres Zaneville.

Suess Floor Lamp

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Here is a truly an outstanding and rare Suess floor lamp. A chance of a lifetime. The shade measures 24.5" and has truly the highest quality glass and workmanship. The textured glass really fires up when lit. The colors intertwine in perfect harmony. Has a few tight heat lines. Please see the pictures from the Suess book shown as #407. The base is solid brass and very heavy to support the huge shade. The six Bryant socket cluster is also a picturesque piece of art. Stands 67" high. This monumental Suess lamp is a rare and important piece of vintage American lighting. The Suess Ornamental Glass Co. was located in Chicago, IL and was a high end competitor of Tiffany.