122: VIKTOR SCHRECKENGOST TABLE LAMP WITH RARE SIGNED SHADE

This exceptional example designed by Viktor Schreckengost for Colonial Manufacturing is rare for its original finish, its unusual state of preservation, and especially for its rare original cloth shade intact with Colonial Premier Co. cloth tag. The base is signed in the construction around the top of the shade fitter, along the edge of the base, and on the shade as shown.

Viktor Schreckengost was a notable American industrial designer, sculptor, and painter known for his innovative designs these applications and mediums, as well as art pottery, Cowan Pottery.
Measures 35.5 x 18.5 x 18.5 inches overall. From the top of the hat to the bottom of the base is 21 inches. The base is 6.75 x 6.75. The fitter is 2.75 inches.
Very good original working condition, there are no issues of damage or repair, or wear, noting a tear in the original 60-plus year old cloth shade.
$400 - $600