Description
Pair of bronze Marbro lamps in the form of censers with dragons on the handles. With original makers tag.
The Marbro Lamp Company was established by Morris Markoff and his brother after World War II. Their first shop opened soon after the end of the war, located in the garment district of Los Angeles. They specialized in a wide selection of antiques and decorative arts accessories, but are best known for their lamps. The lamps used decorative objects sourced from all over the world as the bases of their highly collectible lamps.
They feature high-quality electric fittings and wood bases. Each lamps feature two light sockets with pull cords and inline switches on the cords, making them very functional. All are original components. These are solid and heavy lamps with felted bases and beautiful silk lampshades
They are in good vintage working condition. Note that one of the original pull cords is fixed, but this does not alter the functionality given the inline switch on the base. For 50% dimming, the paired socket can be turned off with its pull cord.
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade. Please review photographs and let us know if you have any questions.
Lamp Measurements:
30" high to top of the brass finial
13" wide at handles
9" deep
8" diameter base, 2-1/4" high
Silk Lampshades:
12-1/4" high
17" wide at base; 11-1/2" wide at top
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Both lamps are in good vintage working condition. Note that one of the original pull cords is fixed, but this does not alter the functionality given the inline switch on the base. For 50% dimming, the paired socket can be turned off with its pull cord.
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade as illustrated in the photographs
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: The Marbro Lamp Company
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Silk
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Power Sources: Corded
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Lamp Shade: Included
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Plug Type: Type A
The Marbro Lamp Company was established by Morris Markoff and his brother after World War II. Their first shop opened soon after the end of the war, located in the garment district of Los Angeles. They specialized in a wide selection of antiques and decorative arts accessories, but are best known for their lamps. The lamps used decorative objects sourced from all over the world as the bases of their highly collectible lamps.
They feature high-quality electric fittings and wood bases. Each lamps feature two light sockets with pull cords and inline switches on the cords, making them very functional. All are original components. These are solid and heavy lamps with felted bases and beautiful silk lampshades
They are in good vintage working condition. Note that one of the original pull cords is fixed, but this does not alter the functionality given the inline switch on the base. For 50% dimming, the paired socket can be turned off with its pull cord.
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade. Please review photographs and let us know if you have any questions.
Lamp Measurements:
30" high to top of the brass finial
13" wide at handles
9" deep
8" diameter base, 2-1/4" high
Silk Lampshades:
12-1/4" high
17" wide at base; 11-1/2" wide at top
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Both lamps are in good vintage working condition. Note that one of the original pull cords is fixed, but this does not alter the functionality given the inline switch on the base. For 50% dimming, the paired socket can be turned off with its pull cord.
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade as illustrated in the photographs
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: The Marbro Lamp Company
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Silk
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Is this piece in working condition? Yes, I have checked myself that this piece works
Power Sources: Corded
Voltage: Up to 120V (US Standard)
Lamp Shade: Included
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Plug Type: Type A
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Both lamps are in good vintage working condition. Note that one of the original pull cords is fixed, but this does not alter the functionality given the inline switch on the base. For 50% dimming, the paired socket can be turned off with its pull cord.
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade as illustrated in the photographs
Both lampshades are in very good vintage condition. Note that there are slight water marks on one panel of one shade as illustrated in the photographs
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
30 x 17 x 17 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Marbro Censer Lamps With Dragon Handles and Silk Shades
Estimate $850-$2,550
Starting Bid
$420
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November Curated Collectibles
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