Library Lamp Appraisal

Banker's Lamp with Green Shade

This is a classic 'Banker's Lamp' featuring a distinctive green, curved metal shade. The shade is bright green on the exterior, with a slightly lighter, smooth green finish on the interior, designed to reflect light downwards. It is supported by a slender, polished brass-colored stem that rises from a circular, fluted or ribbed brass-colored base. The base has a decorative edge, suggesting a traditional or vintage aesthetic. The lamp uses a standard incandescent or LED bulb with an E26/E27 screw base, as indicated by the visible bulb. A small, brass-colored finial or knob is present on one side of the shade, likely for adjustment or decorative purposes. A pull chain switch, terminating in a small ball, extends from the lamp's socket assembly, indicating a manual on/off mechanism. The electrical cord is bright yellow-gold, wrapped loosely around the base, and includes a two-prong US-style plug. The overall construction appears to be metal, likely plated to achieve the brass finish. The green shade shows some minor surface wear, including light scratches and possibly some dust accumulation. The brass-colored components appear to be in good condition with a consistent, bright metallic sheen, suggesting they are either well-maintained or relatively new, or possibly a polished brass plating. No significant dents or major damage are immediately visible. The style is indicative of early 20th-century office lighting, often associated with libraries, banks, and academic settings, making its estimated age to be a reproduction or a lamp from the mid-to-late 20th century. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for mass-produced lighting fixtures of this style.