Dual Arm Lamp Appraisal

Vintage Brass Dual-Arm Accent Lamp with Floral Milk Glass Shade

This item is a vintage brass dual-arm accent lamp, designed to illuminate with two light sources. The lamp features a central brass column that rises from a fluted, circular brass base. At the top of the column, there is a decorative brass ring handle, suggesting it might have been designed for portability or as a decorative element reminiscent of older lantern styles. Extending from the central column are two curved brass arms. The left arm supports a milk glass shade with a ruffled edge, adorned with hand-painted or decaled pink and red rose motifs and green foliage. This shade also has a small clear glass chimney insert, indicating it originally simulated an oil lamp or candle holder. The right arm holds an exposed light bulb socket, surrounded by a circular, spoked brass element, possibly a reflector or decorative piece, with a small incandescent bulb currently screwed in. The entire lamp body appears to be made of polished brass, showing some signs of verdigris or tarnishing consistent with age and exposure, particularly around the base and joints, indicating an authentic patina. The electrical cord, a darker brown, is visibly tangled around the central column and connects to a two-prong, non-polarized plug, typical of older wiring standards. The visible wear on the brass, the style of the shades, and the plug suggest an estimated age from the mid-20th century. Craftsmanship appears to be machine-made with some hand-finishing for the floral design on the glass. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like dents or cracks, though the electrical components should be inspected for safety due to the age.