Silver, Glass, Ceramics, Decorative Art Auction

September 18, 2007

LOT 72

Lot 72

Pairpoint Reverse Painted ‘La Chinois’ Boudoir Lamp, 1915-22

Pairpoint Reverse Painted ‘La Chinois’ Boudoir Lamp, 1915-22
Lot 72 Details
Pairpoint Reverse Painted ‘La Chinois’ Boudoir Lamp, 1915-22

minor chip
base stamped Pairpoint, P in a diamond and 3047 1/2 8 1/2 MADE IN USA, shade The Pairpoint Corp’n. in gilt

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

chip to top of shade (1.5cm) beneath fitting, as well as some other minor loss in same area; attachment dented; some wear/loss of plate to lamp base

LOT 72
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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