Pair of Punched Tole and Painted Wood Obelisk Lamps
20th century, the gilt punched tole obelisk-form portions mounted with an interior socket, on wooden bases decorated with red striated paint and star-form mounts, raised on ball-form feet.
h. 35", w. 6-1/2", d. 6-1/2"
Provenance: Estate of Ann and Howard Barnett, New Orleans, Louisiana.

In good, as found condition. Approximately 1" area of missing red paint to square base. Slight rubbing to gold gilt. All consistent with age. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue and opinion of any lot; the absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is perfect condition or free from damage and/or wear.  Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in any condition report, or statements taken verbally, are purely our best opinions, and not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house.  Prospective buyers should examine each lot so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in writing or verbally, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of our Conditions of Sale.  No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.