Hi Janis,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

I've found a few of this model online; one is noted to have been possibly made in Birmingham, NY; with the other lamps, no maker is attributed or region of manufacture suggested. The style of the shade is similar to ones made by Pittsburgh Lamp, Brass & Glass Co., though Handel also made those shades. The base is quite unusual - it brings to mind the Eiffel Tower with those prominent splayed feet.

Regardless, it's not a model that was made in great numbers. If neither the shade or base or marked, it's safe to call this a vintage Art Deco brass student's lamp, possibly by Pittsburgh Lamp Brass & Glass Co. It would likely sell for less than what student lamps by known makers typically bring at auction, probably in the $150-300 range.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Art Deco brass student's lamp
unattributed maker, manner of Pittsburgh Lamp Brass & Glass Co, circa 1920s-30s
With octagonal pierced metal overlaid shade on a boldly cast four-footed pyramidal base.
Overall height: 18 inches
CONDITION: This appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$150-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia