Old Lamp
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Swan Road Designs on Jan 24, 2015Judging by its size, shape and base design, it would probably date to the late '30s or early '40s and was probably part of a pair. Lamps like these were commonly used on each side of a lady's dressing table. They're too small for bedside table lamps, so probably dresser lamps. It's real sweet and it's pretty clear the cord isn't current with today's standards. Even though the plug is a bit large and cumbersome, it would be okay to use, as long as the protective paper-like shield is still there. That's the part that slides over the prongs and covers the wires that are screwed to the prongs.Helpful Reply
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Connie on Jan 24, 2015I thought the plugs and all look to be in okay condition but wasn't sure if I should replace or not. It is rather small but that is what I like about it. Thanks for the info.Helpful Reply
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Swan Road Designs on Jan 24, 2015Even though it looks like there's no front or back to the lamp, look carefully at the base and see if there's a slight half circle rise in it to allow the cord to pass under the lamp without causing it to tip. Of course, that would be the back.Helpful Reply
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Pgl on Jan 25, 2015The plug dates it to before 1950, try Googling Woolworth [an old 5&10 cent store] and see if it didn't come from there.Helpful Reply
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Connie on Jan 25, 2015Thanks Pgl I will do that.Helpful Reply
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Marlene Wilson on Jan 25, 2015Nice little lamp,check out the wiring and make sure it's safe top to bottom,and enjoy!Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Jan 25, 2015Very pretty. As long as the cord has some flex, and the prongs are covered, it should be safe to use. Personally, I'd replace it with a plug that is smaller and daintier.Helpful Reply
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Connie on Jan 25, 2015Yes something daintier would definitely look better. I'm actually pretty surprised that the cord looks to be in such good condition. I am thinking of using it just as a display in my bathroom as I want to redo it in vintage style.Helpful Reply
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Sherry Stambaugh on Jan 26, 2015My son is an antique dealer and he said it is a lamp from the 1950's and it was a carnival prize. :) they are good, hold on to it.Helpful Reply
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Connie on Jan 26, 2015Thank you so much for the info. I think it's very cool and plan to display it for sure. I love knowing the history of any piece and it makes perfect sense because when you hold it you can tell it wasn't expensive, but I love it anyway! Thanks for taking the time!Helpful Reply
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Trisha Neuhaus Gensic on Sep 11, 2016Looks like it's from 30's - 40's to me.Helpful Reply
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Connie on Sep 11, 2016Thanks Trisha. I was going to cover a shade with vintage fabric but I don't have anywhere to put the lamp yet so haven't done that. Still trying to decide where it might go. I have too much stuff!! But I do want to hang onto it.Helpful Reply
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Swan Road Designs on Sep 12, 2016Another endorsement for the '30s/40s. I suspect this lamp is pretty small and that's because, in many cases, they were used in pairs and were placed at each outboard side of a lady's dressing table. They came in clear, clear colors, along with a milk glass version and probably jadite and other popular glass varieties during those time periods.Helpful Reply
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