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This Antique Mid-Century Modern Elvis 20 Bust Chalkware lamp is a rare find for collectors of vintage rock and roll memorabilia. The colorful chalkware material and painted finish give it a unique and nostalgic appeal, perfect for music enthusiasts and fans of the iconic Elvis. With corded electric power source and incandescent lighting technology, this accent lamp adds a touch of retro charm to any room. The switch control style allows for easy adjustment, making it a convenient and stylish addition to any collection.

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ITEM : For your consideration we are presenting for sale a rare vintage chalkware table lamp manufactured by the Fortune Lamp Co. On the front side of the lamp is the image of a harlequin, while on the remaining three sides it is a textured surface in blue. The lamp is signed and dated on the back side where the electrical cord emerges from the base (see photos). The lamp has a standard on/off rotary knob switch that is located at the socket for functionality. There is no shade present – that’ll be left up to the purchaser to provide one on their own. The lamp stands approx. 26 tall measured from the bottom of the base to the top of the light socket. The chalkware portion of the base measures approx. 21″ tall x 8″ wide x 8 deep. CONDITION : Overall the lamp is in very good condition. There are some areas on the base where the paint has flecked off over time. These areas, as seen in the photos, are not actual chips to the chalkware – just missing paint which can easily be touched up. When one runs a finger over these areas, they are relatively smooth. The base is free from chips, cracks, breaks, repairs, missing pieces, etc. It could benefit from a gentle cleaning, but we chose to leave it in the condition in which it was acquired. The electrical wiring appears to be original, and is in great shape – no frays, splits, exposed and/or brittle areas. The lamp is in fully-functioning, working order. As with all vintage lighting, we always strongly urge to have the wiring inspected by a licensed professional prior to long-term use. Please ask them and we will respond back to you in a timely manner.

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Add a striking statement to your space with this extremely rare matched pair of vintage boat sculptures by the Alexander Backer Company (ABCO) of New York. These iconic pieces were handcrafted in the USA between the 1930s and 1960s and feature a beautiful stylized design of boats riding sculpted waves – a signature of ABCO’s bold, mid-century nautical aesthetic. Both sculptures are made of hand-painted plaster or chalkware and display wonderfully with gentle curves and intricate detail. These pieces are in great condition with minor chips. Each retains its original felt base and ABCO label, certifying authenticity. Perfect for collectors of mid-century modern decor, nautical art, or rare chalkware pieces, this is a true find – especially as a complete matched set.

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Add a striking statement to your space with this extremely rare matched pair of vintage boat sculptures by the Alexander Backer Company (ABCO) of New York. These iconic pieces were handcrafted in the USA between the 1930s and 1960s and feature a beautiful stylized design of boats riding sculpted waves – a signature of ABCO’s bold, mid-century nautical aesthetic. Both sculptures are made of hand-painted plaster or chalkware and display wonderfully with gentle curves and intricate detail. These pieces are in great condition with minor chips. Each retains its original felt base and ABCO label, certifying authenticity. Perfect for collectors of mid-century modern decor, nautical art, or rare chalkware pieces, this is a true find – especially as a complete matched set.

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Rare pair of MetroWare chalkware lamps, Asian Dancers in beige and black. They are in extremely good shape with some slight paint chipping, but not cracks or breaks (see pictures). These original, vintage lamps are perfect for collectors and lovers of unique decor. With a table lamp style, they are perfect for adding a decorative touch to any table or surface. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own these stunning MetroWare lamps. MetroWare started off in the Art Deco period making lamps for the Art Deco tastes! As time passed they focused on Wood, Chalkware & Plaster for early “mid century modern” sensibilities! Their volume was extremely low, by standards of the period. Often output would equal less than a hundred lamps per year. This number dwindled and the company folded in the early seventies. If one looks longer & closer the details make one realize there is so much more!

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This rare mid-century modern accent lamp by Brest Mfg. Features a stunning ballerina pose in gray chalkware. The lamp stands at 15 inches tall and is 4.5 inches wide, with a round shade shape and a matte finish. The lamp operates through a push-button control style with a brown cord color and corded power source. This vintage lamp was manufactured in the 1960s and showcases a beautiful ballet design, making it a unique and valuable addition to any collection. The lamp is in its original and authentic condition, perfect for collectors of original mid-century modern pieces. These lamps for 70 years old are in mint condition with no visible flaws other than few light marking spots or tiny scraps. They are tested and in working order. Holy Grail comes to mind.

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Incredible retro mcm chalkware lamps with original shades in great vintage condition.

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Vintage MCM Mid Century Modern PLASTO Abstract Chalkware Lamp SIGNED gold Tan. NO SHADE Lamp is 23 The base of the lamp is signed GR =Glenn Richardson, and then stamped Plasto manufacture co. Lamp is in EXCELLENT CONDITION Minor wear if at all. View pictures Picked from a master electrician in Nebraska.

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Rare 1952 Continental Art Co chalkware fish lamp. We have a shade listed SEPARATELY (see last picture) It is 32 3/4″ tall to top of finial, 23″ tall to top of socket, and approx 14″ wide and approx 7 3/4″ depth. Weighs 17 lbs 6.4 oz. Please see pictures for details and condition. 84 IF YOU WANT THE SHADE PLEASE MESSAGE US. WE CAN DO A COMBINED DISCOUNTED LISTING.

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This is for a very rare set of chalk, ware lamps, man and woman, bongo dancers, pink, and black. I’ll be totally honest with you. These are more vibrant in person. It’s hard to catch the color on my iPhone. I have never seen a sit like this and the bases the figurines are in incredible shape color is very vibrant. There is no cracks and virtually no paint loss and these are all original. These are rewired, not by me, but work seamlessly. The shades are original as well. They are metal and overall don’t have any major issues. These were made in the 50s, so there is some discoloration somewhere and tear and some of the metal is a little dirty as you can see from the photos they still display very nicely, and look amazing at night when they are lit up please inspect all photos the shades definitely have more aware than the base. Again, this is such an incredible sad and you really don’t see these often especially a set. Message me with any questions I will do my best to answer them these have been in my personal collection for about 10 years, but have been in Storage for about six now. The lamp measures 26 inches tall with the shade attached. The base stands 16 inches tall. The shade is 11 inches tall 14 inches wide and 10 inches deep very nice sized lamp.

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