Restored Lamps

Flea Market Finds With The Kovels : Episode FMF-307 -- More Projects »
At the J&J flea market in Brimfield, Mass., collectibles expert Ralph Kovel finds antique lamps that have been fully restored. Some of the old glass shades have scenes painted on them, which makes them desirable with collectors.

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Most of these lamps were made by Bradley and Hubbard, The Miller Company, and the Handel Company of Meriden, Conn.
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These lamps are extremely fragile.

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It is unusual to find them in perfect condition, but fortunately they can be repaired.
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This restored lamp made by the Miller Company sells for $895.

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This Bradley and Hubbard lamp had extensive damage when found. Quality restoration raises its value to $950.
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Here's another Bradley and Hubbard lamp made between 1905 and 1908.

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The shade has the Bradley and Hubbard logo stamped in its metal frame.
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This lamp was made in the 1920s by the Jefferson Glass Company in Canada. It is very rare and is marked $4,000 because of its fine condition.
Resources
J&J Promotions Antiques and Collectibles Show
J&J Promotions
Route 20 Auction Acres
PO Box 385
Brimfield, MA 01010
Phone: 413-245-3436
Website: www.jandj-brimfield.com
Guests
Donald Telarico
Dealer
Phone: 315-539-2747
E-mail: admin@oldwordlights.com
Website: www.oldworldlights.com
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