I think the only good thing about getting back to the hospital was the opportunity to hit the local Goodwill and thrift stores at lunch. And I sure am glad I did! The small second-hand shop down the block had an item I have seen (and secretly coveted) at other antique stores before, but at least triple the price:
This Victorian floor bridge lamp was only $45 (with no tax!) Er, please ignore the wonky shade placement; obviously I didn't line it up correctly when I screwed it back on - I removed the shade and bulb for the trip home as it was terribly cold and I feared they would break against the wrought iron base. Gotta fix that...
It's been re-wired, so it's safe to use - I've already placed it beside my work desk. Not only does it provide always appreciated light, it's a real showpiece for my Victorian Studio!
I even love the detail on the base - looks like a pair of seahorses to me:
So I guess getting back to the old grindstone isn't so bad after all....
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I remember there was an old lamp kinda like this out in a building on their property that is known as 'the chicken coop' (even though no chickens have lived in it since the 1940s). I wonder what happened to it....hmmmm
ReplyDeleteThat's very cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a find! I love itI wish I could find such treasures ... happy new year!
ReplyDeleteOh, that lamp is a gorgeous treasure to find! Thank you for sharing it with us at TTF. Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog from Angie's party. Love the bridge arm lamp...I have a couple and love this as well. Stop by sometime.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful lamp!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a very happy and Healthy New Year!!
Hugs,
Debbie
That's a beautiful bridge lamp! My sister has been looking for a reasonably priced one for the last couple of years. She found one behind a pile of junk in her father in law's basement!
ReplyDeletePopped on over from Nick of time. What a beautiful find. Why do they call it a bridge lamp?
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So, JoJo, any luck finding that lamp? ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jill!
Happy New Year to you too Schotzy!
Thanks Diann, and thank you for hosting - it's always fun to participate!
Thank you Terry - will do!
Dear Debbie: Happy New Year to you and yours as well! Thank you for stopping by!
That's awesome Maureen! What a great find!!
Thank you for stopping by, "House Crazy" (Ha! Love the name!) Bridge lamps as defined by Dictionary.com: "A lamp, especially one having the light source on an arm so hinged as to be horizontally adjustable." I have been wanting one for a long time and nearly bought one WITHOUT a shade for $150 last year ... So glad I waited!
I just found you because of a comment you left on my blog. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great find! I love this lamp!