Victorian-Style 'Gone with the Wind' Parlor Lamp
Decorative Art, Electric Table Lamp (formerly Kerosene) • Likely Fostoria, Consolidated Lamp & Glass Company, or a similar American decorative glass manufacturer
Style & Movement
Victorian Revival / Americana / Folk Art
Medium & Technique
Hand-painted cased glass (milk glass / satin glass) with cast brass or spelter base and fittings
Creation Period
Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (approx. 1890-1920) or Mid-20th Century Revival (approx. 1950s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20-25 inches in height; vertical double-globe format.
Subject Description
The lamp features two spherical globes (shade and base) decorated with large, hand-painted red roses and green foliage against a pale pink or white background. The motif is symbolic of Victorian romanticism and domesticity.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The glass appears intact; however, there is minor wear to the painted decoration and patina on the metal base.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Unknown, typical of residential domestic objects; likely passed through family estates or acquired via antique markets.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the transition from kerosene to electric lighting and the late-Victorian aesthetic for ornate, floral domestic furnishings. These lamps gained the nickname 'Gone with the Wind' after appearing prominently in the 1939 film.
Notable Features
Features a highly characteristic 'GWTW' double-globe silhouette and a decorative pierced metal base with scrolled feet.
Condition Issues
Minor paint loss on the rose petals, surface oxidation on the metal base, and potential rewiring needs for safety.
Conservation Recommendations
Dust with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the hand-painted glass. If used for lighting, use low-heat LED bulbs to prevent heat-related damage to the paint.