Small porcelain night light with brass base

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Posted Thu, 09/04/2008 - 13:00 by PROgden
Category: 
Lamps & Chandeliers
Medium - What is the item made out of (e.g. "silver")?: 
Base: brass?; Top: porcelain
Distinguishing marks or signature (e.g. artist's name, silver hallmark): 
Paul's Gifts, Made in Japan, E.P.P. & Co. NY, Est 1898
Size and dimensions of this item: 
Base 7" long X 5" wide X 2" tall; porcelain 6.5" high
Weight: 
~ 1.0 lb
Condition: 
Excellent
Long Description and Pictures (jpg, gif, png): 
The lamp works and uses a 4 watt nightlight bulb. The base is heavy and may be of brass. What is this kind of lamp called and what is its approximate value?
Free Classifieds: 
No, I don't want to sell it
Photos: 
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Re: Small porcelain night light with brass base

by Lovejoy - 09/05/2008 - 06:39

Based on the images it's most likely Italian Capodimonte, I'd take the brass base off, the vase is likely stamped underneath the base with a company or country of origin mark. Do that and post what you find.

 

Lovejoy