Lover of all things vintage! Combing over yard sales, flea markets, thrift stores, consignment shops and streets. I find the unthinkable and have created a little business on the side. Let me know if you are looking for something! It will probably cross my path!
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Thursday, January 5, 2012
Mid Century Modern Table and Lamp Cypress $35
Found this eye popping mid century modern table and lamp combo that can also be used separately at an antique flea market both only $35 and they are in mint condition!These are made of Cypress Knees which are actually part of the root system of the cypress tree. Because the cypress tree lives in a swampy area, its roots are mainly submerged. The knees are the parts of the roots that stand above the water level and they help bring oxygen to the tree. Cutting them off is now illegal because it will kill the tree. Any Cypress knees you would find today were cut in the 1950's or before. Just the lamp alone can go for a pretty penny but add the matching table and the intricate design, I am thinking I done good!
Here is a pic of the root systems:
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Looks like a leg lamp from Christmas story.
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