I knew I should have taken a different route home.
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Susan on May 23, 2013loveHelpful Reply
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Mary Insana on May 23, 2013I like it the way it is .Helpful Reply
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Barbara Thomas on May 23, 2013Great find! Depending on my color theme in the room would determine spray painting or not. For my place black or purple would be my choice.Helpful Reply
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Jayme on May 23, 2013Love, love, love your find. I like it just the way it is. Design is beautiful.Helpful Reply
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Marisa Saletnik on May 23, 2013Love it!Helpful Reply
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Sia@South 47th on May 24, 2013Love it as it is! I want to go shopping with you! Great find! xoHelpful Reply
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Kate on May 24, 2013Great find! Why not just try living with it, as is, for a while. Put several potted plants (a big fern would be lovely) at the base and see how you like it - you can always paint it later.Helpful Reply
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Kate on May 24, 2013One more thing: I actually like it with the drape behind it - then you could use it to create a nice shady spot when or where you want one! Just sayin...Helpful Reply
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Yvonne McKinley on May 24, 2013I agree with Kate....that's what I would do....maybe in green or white...just glue a piece of material behind each panel. It would be great on a Patio or even in the house as a divided area.Helpful Reply
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Yvonne McKinley on May 24, 2013I would leave it as is also.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013I've decided to leave it as is. If you look at the" middle" picture you can see the green on the elephants and on the palm trees., I love it! I think I might need to wipe it down with some oil or something, It has a bit of rust on the screen part. Is there a product that might work better?? This one wasn't cheap so I want to take good care of it.Helpful Reply
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Debby on May 24, 2013Since you mentioned some green (patina) on the elephant why not create a little more patina around the edges to give it a little color but not overwhelming and enhance the age of the piece. For the rust check out a product called penetrol.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013Debby, thank you very much for the info. I love the idea of enhancing the green. Isn't there a rub on product? I seem to remember seeing something at one time.Helpful Reply
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Therese C on May 24, 2013I like the looks of it as is.....send it to me...lol...actually I would not paint it unless it was done in very old looking brass finishHelpful Reply
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Gayle Coberly on May 24, 2013I would not paint it if it were me. I think adding patina to it would be great but I would hesitate to do more. What a great find.Helpful Reply
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Meg D on May 24, 2013I'd keep it just the way it is - cool find!Helpful Reply
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Cheryl Campbell on May 24, 2013it has a wonderful patina! leave it as is!Helpful Reply
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Dawn Dave Beardmore on May 24, 2013I think leave it as it is. It is lovely and I think doing anything to it would take away its charm.Helpful Reply
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Chris Heins on May 24, 2013If I change it, because really I can't get the full impact from the picture, I would do the screen part and leave the top, middle, bottom and the trees as is. The screen would be lighter, like a bamboo or golden oak color. Something that will draw the eye to it without going over the top or screaming at you.Helpful Reply
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Michelle Parker on May 24, 2013i think I would leave it as is but paint certain items to make them pop like the leaves of the trees.Helpful Reply
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Cheryl Peterson on May 24, 2013It is strictly up to you taste if it were me that owned it i would paint it with several colors to highlight all the detailsHelpful Reply
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Dawn Clunas on May 24, 2013i would paint the mid parts off white and leave the outside the way it isHelpful Reply
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Christine S on May 24, 2013I love this! What a find! I would probably leave it as is, at least for now. You can always paint later, if you decide to. Definitely up to your taste..Helpful Reply
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Debbie P on May 24, 2013leave it..beautiful the way it is!Helpful Reply
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Terry Harris on May 24, 2013I started painting all my plant pots and garden art and it makes everything look fantastic in the garden. I had left a lot of things rustic also, but now that they are painted Im glad I did!Helpful Reply
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Pamela C on May 24, 2013If you got it cheap and it isn't for selling just for you paint it whatever color you want but I think the value if any in the antique part of it will be ruined if you paint it.Helpful Reply
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Robin on May 24, 2013It is a great find and would leave it as it is.Helpful Reply
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Joan Berrios on May 24, 2013how much Did you pay? In case we find one and don't want to over pay!Helpful Reply
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Joan Berrios on May 24, 2013gorgeous - leave as is and not outside to the elements!Helpful Reply
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Mary Peters on May 24, 2013Mary Niesen Peters Hope you will leave it. It's beautiful, just the way it is. <3Helpful Reply
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Patsy W on May 24, 2013My Vote, leave as is...just saw a post about reviving rusty items using "boiled linseed oil" [that is the way it is sold]. I would research that route. Piece is stunning! Patsy WhiteHelpful Reply
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Peggie Anderson on May 24, 2013Clean it up so it shines and put some material behind it in a color that accents the room it's in. This way you can change the color when ever you want without damaging that beautiful piece.Helpful Reply
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Sandy Phillips on May 24, 2013I wouldn't paint it. It's beautiful just as it is. You don't want to ruin the beautiful vintage quality...Helpful Reply
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Annreevesharpe on May 24, 2013I would leave it as a few just said drape some fabric over it, or use it as a room divide, what ever you do it is a beautiful piece, I love the color just as isHelpful Reply
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Mary Singleton on May 24, 2013Leave it alone! If it ain't broke, don't fix it.Helpful Reply
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Patricia H on May 24, 2013LEAVE AS IS ... BEAUTIFUL PIECEHelpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013Hi Joan Berrios. I paid $125 for it. The seller called it antique, but in my mind it's vintage. You should have seen it sticking out the window of my Miata! I'll tell you, I can carry just about anything in that little "red runt" (my license tag) Right now I'm trying to figure out how to get the very large cement poodle out of the trunk!! The guy loaded, but guess I'll have to whine to one of my neighbors to help.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013I do need to ask your advice on what product to use to attach one of the finials from the top. It was broken when I purchased, hence the "low" price. Is there a metal glue or other product. Metal is not my area of expertise :-{Helpful Reply
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Susan Leslie on May 24, 2013It should be illegal to alter something like this.....the patina is what makes it desireable..."DON"T PAINT THIS BEAUTY"! ! !Helpful Reply
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Susan Leslie on May 24, 2013If you have the finial, I am sure you can find someone to fix it...It is worth having it done right.......I don't think there is metal glue, nor do I think you should use glue. Please don't paint it or use any wax or varathane(any coating will effect the natural patina and value) Leave it.....Leave it....Leave it.......PLEASE ! ! !Helpful Reply
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Judy on May 24, 2013Nice! I think it depends on what you want in the end, an where you are going to put it. If it were me, and I really like a lot of color I would paint it, but if you are after the antique look I would leave it alone if there isn't any rust.Helpful Reply
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T Vaughn on May 24, 2013Frankie, if you can't get anyone that could weld tack the finial on for you, you might try a product called J-B Weld. It's suppose to be pretty strong stuff and for any surface and any type project. My husband and sons use it all the time.Helpful Reply
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Wendy Tuthill on May 24, 2013Oh please don't paint it!!! Clean it up a bit, but don't strip it,,, just mild soap and water, then dry thoroughly so it doesn't rust. Then put some kind of wax or protective coating on it. If you decide to paint it,, CALL me, I will buy it from you to keep you from committing a crime against a beautiful vintage piece. I would die to have this in my house. Thank you for posting this.Helpful Reply
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Wendy Tuthill on May 24, 2013if this were mine, I would use gorilla glue or E6000, which you can get either one of them in a Michael's or Hobby Lobby or JoAnn's.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013Touia thanks for the good advice. The finial broke off really smooth and I don't think I will have an issue with it getting knocked off. I think I will try the J-B Weld and see how that works.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 24, 2013Wendy Tuthill, I am not going to paint it. I will give it a good cleaning and then use a wax to shine it up.Helpful Reply
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Debra Graves-Null on May 24, 2013leave it as is. When it comes to stuff like this, condition is everything. You paint it and you kill its value. Also, do not polish it up either. Taking away its patina ruins the value as well. It is beautiful as it is. also do not use the JB weld on it. It will ruin the value, Get it done by a professional, that way it will keep its value and will not look like ti has been "fixed"Helpful Reply
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Carmel Carroll on May 24, 2013I would leave it I think, maybe clear varnish it, but I think it is beautiful. I would have bought it. CCHelpful Reply
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Nancy G on May 24, 2013Beautiful. Would love to have it. Being vintage I wouldn't paint it at all. You'll ruin it.Helpful Reply
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Cheri on May 24, 2013Paint it any way you want it!!Helpful Reply
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Rosalie M on May 24, 2013I personally like it as is. Depending where you want to use it. There may be some places where it would look better painted, as long as it doesn't affect the value, if any. I'd have it appraised first. I love the piece.Helpful Reply
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Lyn on May 24, 2013I like it the way it is. It's gorgeous!Helpful Reply
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Susan Fowler on May 24, 2013Do NOT paint this awesome screen, painting would ruin any antique value it has!!! And ruin the charm too.........Helpful Reply
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Cora on May 25, 2013I would leave it as is but if you wanted to add color get some sheer curtains for the back of it put on tight,or the color paper like on the chinese screensHelpful Reply
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Nagham Ashkuri on May 25, 2013It's beautiful but you should paint it just to add your personal touch to it and make it your own masterpiece...Helpful Reply
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Joan Berrios on May 25, 2013Frankie! I am so excited for you. I appreciate you telling me the price -- it is so beautiful. Don't know about the finial reapplication. Do you have a metal worker or welder that you know or can contact - ck them out === maybe you can have someone solder it back on -- a pro. I loved your comment about the Miata! I have a 2 seater T Bird and you should see the stuff I have to cart == I'm a realtor! I have to put the top down and hold my signs when I go to post them in yards b/c the trunk is too small as well! HAHA!! I feel your "Junk Spirit Garbage Picking" mind problem = How in the world will I get that home!!! HAHA.Helpful Reply
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Joan Berrios on May 25, 2013Frankie -- my latest find yesterday! I was going to BBsit my newest grandson and I was early -- drove down the block and found this garage sale. Found this GORGEOUS over 50+ yr old Rice Paper Hand Painted 6' diameter Umbrella that was $10. Now what do I do with it! Had to have it and my hubby is hysterical bc we have no room for it in the house bc it needs a base to stand up to open! JUST LOVE IT -- love oriental! So I have it sitting in my living room against a wall unopened === your thoughts! I was going to use it outside ONLY when I was sitting out there but too fragile b/c it has a few rips in the paper -- a good wind will blow it apart! OH well. I will love it as is for now I guess. Wanted to share that with you! OH forgot to mention it was from Japan originally where she lived with her hubby while he was in the service.Helpful Reply
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Donna Cox on May 25, 2013like it as isHelpful Reply
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Connie S on May 25, 2013Oh yes, leave it. The color is magnificent!Helpful Reply
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La Kn on May 25, 2013Leave it! Anything else would ruin it.Helpful Reply
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Susan Leslie on May 25, 2013If you use metal cleaner, it will remove the PATINA which gives it the antique charm. If you use anything besides a mild dish soap it may remove the patina. You have a GREAT FIND, Please sell it before you ever remove the patina or paint it. I wouldn't wax or use any kind of coating because it will interfere with the natural developement of the patina. If you decide to sell it, bring it to an antique dealer, and they will gladly take it as is but you should have the finial attatched, proffessionaly. I have spent a lot of time on discussing this gorgeous piece, but I feel very strongly about it. I am jealous that I didn't find it first. :)Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on May 25, 2013Joan Berrios, that parasol is a real beauty. Unless you have a large space I'm guessing you won't be able to leave it open. I've seen them suspended from a ceiling (a high one) and I don't think you should take it apart. However, I do like the look of it sort of open. I would be beautiful in an Asian style, or a tall black pot. You could prop it somehow to stand upright and give it a special space in your home. I really love it....and yes, I would have bought that baby!!Helpful Reply
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Joan Berrios on May 25, 2013Frankie, LOL -- SPACE is the operative word here!! Thanks for your support!!Helpful Reply
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Christina Pennywise on May 25, 2013Love the screen! I completely relate to the wrong "route home" lol- I can't wait to see what you decide to do with it!Helpful Reply
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Wendy Pierre on May 26, 2013leave it.......and send it to me PLEASE!!!!!Helpful Reply
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Denise Rankin on Dec 12, 2013I like it the way it is but... I would need more color. You could paint only the raised parts with the appropriate colors; gray for the elephants, green for the foliage, brown for the tree trunks. I did this with a metal bed and it turned out gorgeous! You can get very detailed and it is fun! What ever you do best of luck!Helpful Reply
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Eleanor M on Dec 12, 2013If you can't make up your mind what to do with it, I would love to have that beauty, just as it is!!!!!Helpful Reply
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Cynthia H on Dec 12, 2013I like the idea of fabric behind it. I think it's lovely as is.Helpful Reply
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Nancy Hatcher on Dec 12, 2013I agree - I love it just the way it is. The patina is soft & beautiful.Helpful Reply
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Rebecca Duff on Dec 13, 2013I like it the way it is as well..I wouldn't do a thing to it! How neat of a find!!Helpful Reply
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Mary Swanson on Dec 13, 2013Leave it alone. Perfect as is.Helpful Reply
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Deborah H on Dec 14, 2013It's beautiful as it is.Helpful Reply
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Frankie Laney on Dec 14, 2013It's staying as is. I've cleaned it really good, waxed it and now it looks really nice..thanks for all the great input.Helpful Reply
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Leona Zentner on Dec 14, 2013so glad your leaving it as is.. I love it!! Wish I could find one like it , lol!!Helpful Reply
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Judy on Jun 04, 2014Can't imagine why you would paint or otherwise change this fabulous retro piece. It is magnificent as it stands. Lucky, lucky you. :)Helpful Reply
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