Brass Wall Lamp

[Zuzu's Garden]

Hi all,

I don't have much experience purchasing or selling vintage/antique pieces. I am planning to sell this brass wall lamp. It originally used oil or kerosene, but was converted to electrical use. I purchased it in CA in 1981 for $300.00. I have NO IDEA what its age is, what to ask for it, or where to try selling it (antique store, craigslist...) It has a glass chimney, but the glass shade is missing. I think the glass shade would cost about $50.00.

Can any of you suggest how I should go about selling this? Or how much to ask for it?

Thanks!!!
Zu

Edited: Oh - it's quite large. The base for the glass shade is 12" across.

[Heather]

I couldn't find anything like that Zuzu on our used site. Just this:

http://www.historichouseparts.com/antique_wall_sconces.htm

Also, does it have a name or anything stamped on it to help find more information?

[Lynzee]

I have no idea about pricing it, Zu, but the lamp is beautiful!

[Gigi]

Oh it really is a beauty of a lamp! I wish I could help with pricing- I suppose a trip to a "high" end antique shop may help.

[shabbychick]

I think Country Living has a What is It, What's it Worth column where you send a picture and information, and they tell you what you've got and what it's value is. You might try that.

[Zuzu's Garden]

I couldn't find anything stamped on it, Heather. I spent about 2 hours online looking for something similar and didn't have any luck. Thanks for posting your used site - nice site!

SC - I remember that 'What's it Worth' column, but I don't have the patience to wait for a response :o, so I guess I'll try Gigi's suggestion and take it to a few high-end antique shops and see what they can do.

Thanks everyone!
Zu

[memmey]

Zu I am no expert but I have had some experience in selling things...not much but some. I think the issue with it will be the missing shade. If it were me I would hold off and try to find a replacement shade so that you can get the REAL value of the lamp. The lamp is just wonderful and getting a nice shade may cost you up front but you will get your money back twice over.

Recently I bought an old clear vintage pitcher for $3.50, I was thrilled. I got it home and the handle had a hairline stress crack. I knew it would not be worthy for use. Bummer :( so after thinking and thinking about my mistake in purchasing it I got the idea to fill it with pretty seashells and I sold it for $8.50...ta dahhhh:) Next time I will try to look things over a little better.
Zu get a pretty shade and get your BEST price for the lamp. If you paid $ 300 in 1981 you can surely double that price now.:)

[Zuzu's Garden]

Thanks, Mem! Missing you - hope you can pop by and visit a little more often.
Zu