A warm welcome to Beks, a fellow Swede who now lives on the Atlantic coast of Canada and is a new follower of my blog. Hej! I'm looking forward to getting to know you. And welcome also to Sandy from Arizona, who liked my love of donkeys and dogs. Sandy, I have three dogs -- one who blogs occasionally -- but no donkeys. I do however know some blogs with donkeys, here are two by good friends of mine:
Then, thank you all for your comments yesterday. Speed skating was such a long time ago, but I still have strong legs, that I'm sure I got from all that practice. We did a lot of sports in school when I was young and I know it has helped me throughout my life.
It's a cold morning in the canyon and my husband with crew are coming this evening with more stuff, so I don't know when I will be back with another report. Finally, here is my treasure for this Tuesday and it is a true treasure this time. And a testament to my transatlantic transporting skills (that is: it didn't break):
Today's treasure is a hand-painted glass lampshade from the latter part of the 19th century. This delicate tree is painted on one side and
on the other, this beautiful pheasant with another bird flying above.
Originally, the lamp belonged to my maternal grandmother.
According to my mother, it was a ceiling lamp in a hallway.
My mother made it into a table lamp and chose Swedish glass from Kosta, rather than a more Victorian looking stand, for the lamp. I truly treasure this lamp, which gives out a beautiful light at night.
This lampshade is just beautiful!! What a lovely lady your maternal grandmother was... AND I wish this style would come back in, I love the way they dressed back then. Love those puffy sleeves!! I think I should have been born in a way-earlier time period. lol. Thanks for sharing this Inger. Love it.
ReplyDeleteI think that lamp is absolutely beautiful! Items that have been handed down through the generations become so special. I have 3 dogs also, and 2 mules and 2 goats and after seeing how you have posted pictures of your guys in your sidebar I am thinking I might steal that idea from you. I will definitely check out the blogs you recommended..thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat lamp truly is a treasure, and I'm impressed with your transporting skill!
ReplyDeleteIt's GORGEOUS! I'd have a small fence built around it to make sure no dogs, husbands or movers would have any chance of breaking it! Good luck with load #2!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful woman your grandmother was. The picture almost brings her to life. The lamp is beautiful. I think the painting is exquisite. I've never seen one with scalloped edges like that.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful lamp! So glad you were able to keep it safe & in one piece! I just love the details on it.
ReplyDeleteThat lamp is some treasure, for sure - fabulous! I have never see a shade like that. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYour Grandmother looks about 14 years old! She was so pretty! That dress looks so elegant, love the mutton sleeves and tiny waistline!
Oh what a gorgeous lamp and to think it's still together after so long and you can still enjoy it.
ReplyDeletebeautiful lamp....love the old family photo
ReplyDeleteThat lamp is so beautiful. I have never seen one where the two sides were so different. It's almost like having two different lamps. It is surely something to treasure.
ReplyDeleteInger, I think this is my favorite so far of your "treasures." I love lamps like this -- and I truly appreciate the photo of your grandmother. :)
ReplyDeleteInger, it is so delicate looking and detailed and I love the description you referred to when you said "transatlantic transporting skills!"...:)JP
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous lamp! Love the colors and how the light plays with the scenes. Kosta crystal is beautiful! Next time we move, Inger, you're in charge of the good stuff!
ReplyDeleteI am speechless! That is beautiful Inger. A treasure indeed to cherish. It must create such a warm and cozy setting. Lovely photos too....very sharp and clear.
ReplyDeleteSuch a heritage that lamp is. I love warm light at night, and the handpainted shade makes it so friendly. I agree with Dreaming... your grandmother was beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! I wonder what Antiques Roadshow would say about it.
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous! I have an oil lamp base but no shade. You've inspired me to search and see what's out there.
ReplyDeleteThis is really a treasure and how wonderful that you still have it!
ReplyDeleteHi Inger!! I'm catching up on your blog and saw your post from yesterday--I had no idea we 'were' the same height--I loved reading a bit more about you! I also agree with the others, the lamp is priceless and just beautiful--Anyone would love to have that in their home!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you all liked my lamp. My beautiful grandmother died when I was one, so I never knew her, but I am so glad to have a few things that belonged to her. The lamp is actually prettier in real life than in my photos. And Kim, I just had to mention my height after I found out we were both this tall.
ReplyDeleteHej Inger, och tack för det varma välkomnandet ... thanks for the warm welcome. First I lived in Quebec City, but now, as of two years, we're here in Saint John, NB.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous lamp!!! A true treasure! I didn't trust my transatlantic transportation skills, so I hardly brought anything.
I did bring one little lamp though, packed in a towel and transported in my purse (!). I don't think HTML works here, but here's a link to the image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2070/2301340216_5c1fa28971_o.jpg
This is not old or anything, I brought it just because I love my little egg lamp :)
In a Walmart-like store, I found candle holders from Orrefors!
Inger,
ReplyDeletethe lamps are gorgeous! Yes, I agree, it is a true treasure. I have some very old things from my grandparents and I savor those items from long ago.
A beautiful lamp for sure and I am so glad that it didn't break when you moved!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful keepsake!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure you have in your hands! I think of all the good "energy" it carries from your grandmother and your mother - to you! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing it with us!
xoxo
I've never seen such a beautiful lamp before.. A true treasure, it must hold lots of wonderful memories of your kin folk.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Inger, for the African book info! You're a sweetie!
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