A Flawed Beauty
My online vintage lighting store.
A 1940s chandelier by Halcolite. Stunning, right?
Wow!
I have had the fixture in storage for many years. Two years ago I hauled it out and restored it. But, it still sat, unlisted.
And why?
Because the shade is damaged.
The frosting on the shade shows numerous scuff marks. These will not come off. The fixture is still dazzling though, and I’ve priced it at 50% off.
I looked for the same shade on eBay for years, but in undamaged condition. No luck.
Of course, I could effortlessly just change out the shade with one of the million I have in storage (and then double the price) but, well, you know I cannot do that.
The fixture has not, obviously, been treated well over time. The poor dear. While I’ve done all I can, my hope is that somebody will offer a loving home to this wonderful creation.
My online vintage lighting store.
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It’s beautiful as it is.
I don’t consider that damage. I consider that experience.
When I buy something vintage I don’t expect it to look new. I expect it to wear its history proudly.
I totally agree! 🙂
50% off? A great way to own a lovingly restored vintage piece.