Lot 298:
Art Deco Polychrome Cast Metal Parrot Table Lamp with Uranium Glass Orb
Sold for: $550
Description
A figural Art Deco period boudoir or accent table lamp. The lamp features a cast metal parrot figure with a cold-painted polychrome finish in shades of green, yellow, and red. The parrot is positioned on a stylized branch support and holds a suspended cylindrical metal cage-style shade in its beak. The shade is decorated with floral swags and a hammered-finish cap. The central stem of the lamp includes a faceted and fluted upper section above a central opaque mint-green glass orb. This orb displays vibrant green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, indicating the presence of uranium. The lamp rests on a fluted, octagonal base with a integrated push-button on/off switch. The metal support directly beneath the parrot is embossed with the text PAT. APPD FOR. The lamp has been rewired with a modern green plastic-coated cord and a cream-colored non-polarized plug.
Condition report:
The cast metal body and base show significant surface wear, oxidation, and loss to the polychrome painted finish consistent with age and use. The uranium glass orb is intact without visible chips or cracks. The lamp is rewired and the push-button switch is present.
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