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RelicHunterSantise

RelicHunterSantise

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On a sad note my mom passed away in Nov of '08. Recently my dad has started dividing her things among the kids and her family. A sad sad day for him but he seems to be handling it well.

I was given this lamp. A family mbr told me the lamp is about 100 yrs old and has always been in the family. I'm just curious if anyone knows anything about it. I am unable to find any markings that would tell me who made it or the brand.

ANyone know anything about lamps? Or where I could look?

Thanks for looking!
 

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I would like to first say that a death in the family is never a good thing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Secondly, the lamp is gorgeous. Don't know anything about it but surely it will stay in the family. Ron
 

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crazyjarhead said:
I would like to first say that a death in the family is never a good thing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Secondly, the lamp is gorgeous. Don't know anything about it but surely it will stay in the family. Ron
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Thank you. Its been hard - she was only 44 yrs old - and it was sudden and very very unexpected. I miss her terribly but know that she my kids own personal angel now. WAtching over them very closely.

Thanks again
 

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I am very sorry for your loss, I have lost many but they have moved on to better things. So you move to better things and yourself too to honor them. I hope that lamp burns forever to remember them and help you grow. Its what life is about learning, once you learned enough you can move ahead. Its a blessing but, again sorry for your loss and be strong.

Keep @ it and HH!!
 

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Sorry to hear about your loss. My Dad died suddenly in New Zealand, the day before I was to fly in from Australia to visit. I never felt so lonely in my life. I think about him a lot, and know he is watching over me. Be strong, memories will always be with you.
Nice lamp, can't help you on any info, but I would definitely treasure it for life.
 

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I am saddened to read about your loss my condolences go out to you and
your family. You have a very gorgeous lamp there.
 

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RHS, First let me offer my condolences on the loss of your mother. The lamp is beautiful, it reminds me of a pair (very similar except glass part is different) in my aunt's home. I've be admiring those lamps for years, all I know they had purchased the lamps when they were married in 1943. Your lamp could be older, hopefully someone chimes in and answers your question.

:wink: RR
 

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i had some trouble finding info on a few things and what i did is sent a photo to christys auction house in New York City they were able to tell me who made it and i went to town from there give it a shot. it might take a few days but get a maker is a great start. SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.
 

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Sorry about your loss, keep the lamp as an heirloom for your family...write a little story how you got it and who you know had it....someone many many moons from now will appreciate it.
 

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Its a "Gone with the Wind" Hurricane Lamp. Ive sold a few of them at auction, prices range widely. I would have an auctioneer tell you what you could expect from auction out of it, antique dealer would be able to provide the same info as well......
 

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I know your sadness Santise. I lost my mom in '89 and my dad in 2000.

That is an absolutely gorgeous lamp!

Rick
 

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