Lamp Restoration Book

17Apr/100

lamp restoration book
What's a good reference for antique lamps?

I've been given an antique lamp and want to have the wiring redone before I put it to use. Though not experts, the friends and family I've spoken to swear the lamp must be an antique, due to its design and material.

Before I leave it in the hands of a restoration shop I'd like to narrow down this lamp's origin as much as possible on my own. Any good books or websites? - And any advice about what I should be wary of at an antique restoration shop would be helpful too. Thanks!

There are at least a half dozen guides to antique lamps that I know of. As a part time auctioneer, I come across lamps occasionally, and have to look one up. Best bet, unless you want to buy a book, is to check the library. You could also go to Barnes and Noble, and read up on your lamp.

Check the bottom of the lamp to see if there are any marks there. Copy them down for reference when you look them up. They will tell you who made the lamp, as well as an approximate age.

You could also take the lamp to an auctioneer or antique dealer and they may be able to enlighten you. If it were me, I would do this for you, but they may charge you a small fee.

Next, only allow the restorer to change the cords, plug, lamp base, if necessary. Do NOT allow him to alter the lamp in ANY way from it's original design. Changing these items will not decrease your value, but drilling a hole bigger to acommodate a larger cord will. Ask him what he will do to fix the lamp, and be VERY clear with him that he is not to alter the lamp. Do not remove any finish or refinish the lamp. Some lamps are copper based, and the patina that has happened over time is important.

Tell your restorer that you want the old parts. If you ever decide to sell the lamp, you will have the original parts.

Lastly, enjoy your antique!

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