Antique Vintage Chalkware Lamp Base Boy Holding Birds Nest AS-IS REPAIRED 11.25"

This gorgeous vintage Borghese Italian style lamp features a plaster or chalk ware form of a boy holding what appears to be a bird's nest that has fallen to the ground. While it does have wear/damage as detailed below it will still make a beautiful bedside lamp or will make an excellent decorative statue as it is. Will blend perfectly in collections and styles ranging from English Cottage to Italian to Victorian Romance and more. Sold for PARTS OR REPAIR ONLY. Please read complete details below and review photos closely for condition. Thank you and enjoy!


ITEM DETAILS:

  • Approximate weight is 2 LBS
  • Measures approximately 4.125" X 4.125" X 11.25"
  • Condition: In AS-IS used damaged/repaired condition for PARTS OR REPAIR ONLY. Damage and wear including but not limited to the electric and light components having been removed and not included, the arm of the figure has been broken off and glued back on (old repair), surface finish/paint loss, dirt, dust, grime, scratches, stains, crazing, scuffing, chips, chipped paint, cracks, crackling, the top coat finish has yellowed and is crinkling/wrinkling on the surface, the painted finish and top layer of chalk is actively chipping off/falling off, verdigris, patina, rust, tarnish, stains, discoloring, the area from the bottom of the pants down is faded heavier than the rest so it has possibly sat in water, the bottom felt pad has been removed with remnants of the felt and glue still present, the inner metal tube/rod is very rusted at the bottom, rough edges, chipping over the entire piece, and overall heavy wear from age and handling. PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE IF YOU ARE NOT OK WITH THE CONDITION. Please see photos for details.
  • Age/era: I am guessing that is was made pre-1960's but I cannot guarantee
PURCHASE DETAILS:

  • QUESTIONS: I actively try to disclose all issues that I find with the piece and prefer to have a smooth transaction for both of us so please message any questions/concerns regarding the listing PRIOR to bidding/purchase
  • RETURNS: Items must be returned via the exact method and packaging as the original shipment including tracking/etc. Refund will be made once the item has arrived back to me in original condition with no damage. Items that appear to have been altered by the buyer, replaced or cleaned/polished/etc will not be accepted for return this includes damage caused due to buyer wear & missing pieces/components that were visible in listing images. Returned items will be thoroughly inspected for any alterations as compared to the original listing photos. RETURN SHIPPING COST IS AT THE EXPENSE OF THE BUYER UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE IN THE LISTING.
  • Due to the variations in device screens and monitors, colors may vary slightly, therefore I cannot guarantee that what you see accurately portrays the colors of each item—please message with any questions regarding colors/etc