Continuing on from my last post about the bedside tables, it's time to consider some new lamps for the tables. I've chosen three options and any of them could work as they're all about 27" tall.
The first candidates are--do you believe this?--old cast iron bathtub feet made into lamps. I'm surprised I'm considering these and willing to admit so publicly. Usually when I see something like this, I tell myself: Gee, I could make these for a fraction of the price. But do I have time to scour antique and salvage shops for old bathtub feet with just the right amount of patina (okay, rust), have them mounted onto bases and then find the perfect shades to match? I think not. I do love the lampshades. Perhaps more so than the feet.
The first candidates are--do you believe this?--old cast iron bathtub feet made into lamps. I'm surprised I'm considering these and willing to admit so publicly. Usually when I see something like this, I tell myself: Gee, I could make these for a fraction of the price. But do I have time to scour antique and salvage shops for old bathtub feet with just the right amount of patina (okay, rust), have them mounted onto bases and then find the perfect shades to match? I think not. I do love the lampshades. Perhaps more so than the feet.
Next up is a pair of crystal French balustrade lamps. Not only are they beautiful, but also elegant and classic, which means I'd have them forever. They do seem a tad predictable though as these lamps are everywhere lately. I still like the quirkiness of the bathtub feet lamps.
My last choice is a pair of silver-plated candlestick lamps. They are the least expensive of the three options, however, there are no shades, which means I'd have to shop for just the right ones. They are pretty with an old-world look, but they could be somewhat small in scale for the tables.
So, there you have it. This is what I think about when riding the bus home from work. Really.
All opinions welcome if you'd like to leave a comment.
Adore the lamps made out of the old cast iron bathtub feet - so unique, but ultimately I would go with the crystal...timeless and perfect with any decor -
ReplyDeletehi deborah,
ReplyDeletesince you asked...#2. they have you written all over them.
~janet
I like either of the first two. I guess it depends on weather your doing more rustic or refined.Fiona
ReplyDeleteI would go for the unique qualities of the bathtub feet lamps. I think it's refreshing to have something not so predictable in a room. Thanks for the inspiration, I have 4 cast iron stove feet I've held onto for years. Now I'm headed to the lamp shop.
ReplyDeleteFunny but when I saw those first lamps I thought there's our bathtub feet...sure enough but they make fabulous lamps. I think either of the first two would be perfect, the third pair look almost to formal for a bedroom but that's just my opinion.
ReplyDeleteI vote for the first lamps....conversation starters! And very pretty to boot. Great idea.
ReplyDeleteI've always adored the crystal baluster lamp! As we make our way through the farmhouse you'll see I have a "thing" for lamps made from antique balusters! I love a classic!
ReplyDeleteenjoy your weekend!
joan
p.s. My first thought was those were iron "turkey" doorstops made into lamps in the first photo!! Must be the season!
ReplyDeletejoan
hi debra
ReplyDeletewhere is your heart leaning, that's your clue, the ones you keep going back to on the bus.
i love the bathtub feet, so special and different and a really good finish.
can't wait to hear your choice
debra
In as much as I think the 'bath tub' lamps are just super cool - almost to a full blown crush degree, I have to ask you this. Do you read in bed? And how high are the bedside tables? What shape/style is the bed? Are they 3-way?Proportionately, I am not sure they'd work is you read a lot in bed. And that is why I sold so many of the crystal Baluster lamps in my store... well ex-store by 10 weeks now. But I digress... the tub feet tell more of a story about you and are fun & relaxing whereas the baluster are clean & crisp and a bit more showy.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see which you choose.... and thanks for the comments on the design room at the York showhouse.
Alex