Pair of Old Chinese Porcelain Lanterns
Description and Item Information
Up for sale is this pair of gorgeous, old Chinese porcelain lanterns or lamps. Please excuse the glare in the photos. These six-sided, electric lanterns have reticulated shades and bases. They have colorful decoration in the famille rose palette. Each lantern has a removable shade that rests atop its base; the bases hold the sockets (no light bulbs are included). These have factory cord holes at the sides. There are plastic cords with in-line on/off switches. Each is approximately 12 inches tall and 5 3/8 inches wide. Unpacked, the set weighs 5 pounds 1.8 ounces. These would be a fine addition to a collection of Asian decorative arts.
Identification
These unmarked pieces are Chinese. They are vintage, but the exact age is not known. They are from the estate of a collector of Chinese ceramics.
Condition
The lanterns look great overall, with light wear, and no cracks. As shown in Photo 9, there is a small (about 1/4 inch) chip to the unglazed rim of one lamp, adjacent to the socket area; this does not show when the removable shade is in place atop the lamp. This lamp rattles when you turn it over; there likely is a small piece of porcelain inside from when the cut-outs were made at the factory. Variations in shape and glazing are as made. The lamps work. As with all used electrical items, they should be re-wired or inspected by a professional before use, even though the electrical components look okay cosmetically. Please review the photos, and ask any questions you may have prior to bidding or buying.
TERMS OF SALE
(the not fun but unfortunately necessary fine print)
1. Sales Tax
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3. Shipping and Handling
Good packaging is included; double-boxing is not included. Framed art will not be shipped unframed. The seller typically ships on Mondays and Thursdays, unless a holiday or special circumstance precludes it. If payment is via Paypal, the merchandise will be shipped on the seller's next shipping day after payment clears. The seller is not responsible for the transit time once the merchandise has been accepted by the shipping carrier.
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