Frederic Remington Lamp Appraisal

Frederic Remington 'The Bronco Buster' Slag Glass Desk Lamp

This decorative desk lamp features a cast metal base modeled after Frederic Remington's iconic sculpture, 'The Bronco Buster.' The bronze-patinated metal piece depicts a cowboy gripping the mane of a rearing horse, mounted upon a rectangular, faux-hammered metal plinth. A fluted, barley-twist upright support rise from the base to hold an adjustable gooseneck arm. The illumination source is covered by a multi-paneled, leaded slag glass shade in vibrant amber and burnt orange tones, accented with dark purple border glass. The construction suggests a late 20th-century reproduction or 'tribute' piece rather than an original casting from the early 1900s. The metal exhibits a dark chocolate brown patina with some minor surface wear and dust collection in the recessed areas of the casting. The slag glass shade appears intact without visible cracks, though the leading shows some oxidation. The piece uses a standard modern electrical cord and plug, indicating it was manufactured for the mass consumer market during the revival of Western-themed decor. The overall quality is characteristic of mid-to-high-tier home furnishings, combining the aesthetic of American West fine art with stained glass craftsmanship.