Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Buy or Pass?

Are you a fan of chinoiserie?  I wasn't until I started reading the blogs "The Pink Pagoda" and "Chinoiserie Chic." These talented bloggers have educated me and I grown to have an appreciation for Chinese design.


Raleigh CraigsList
I was cruising CraigsList today and found this adorable little table lamp for $15.  The ad boasts that it is "cute" with "Chinese Chippendale feet".  I don't have a place for this adorable little lamp.  One of the hazards of reading blogs is living vicariously through another blogger's eyes. I think I am falling in love with this little beauty.
Raleigh CraigsList



What do you folks think?  Buy or Pass?  What kind of shade would you use?    Is it quality or crap-o-la?


Linda  
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10 comments:

  1. Patty Day @Pattys EpiphaniesOctober 3, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    I have no idea what so ever on the "quality". I'm not an expert on this art form. I would have to see shades of different shapes and sizes before saying which would be best.
    Good luck girl, I am no help on this....sorry.:)
    Patty

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  2. Pura VidaOctober 3, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Hold on to that...I think it will be more valuable with age!

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  3. AdeleOctober 4, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    If you like it for what it is--a playful take on a chinoiserie-esque design--go for it. Otherwise, skip it. It is not classic nor is it going to improve in value as it ages.

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  4. Linda {Calling it Home}October 4, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    I think I would pass. Unless you have the perfect spot for it, you would then struggle to find a spot.I know how hard it is to walk away, but the Craigslist Fairy will smile upon you again.

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    1. StagerLindaOctober 5, 2012 at 12:30 PM

      No perfect spot for it, Linda. I love me some Craigslist. I'll save my bucks for something mo' betta!

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  5. Kim@ChattafabulousOctober 4, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    If you love it, buy it!

    www.chattafabulous.blogspot.com

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    1. StagerLindaOctober 5, 2012 at 12:31 PM

      Kim, I think I love the idea of it. I like trying new styles and this seemed like an inexpensive new toy.

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  6. heather @ new house, new home, new lifeOctober 5, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    Sorry, Linda, I would pass.....not a big fan of the Chinese look.

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    1. StagerLindaOctober 5, 2012 at 12:32 PM

      I've never been a fan of Chinese but what these talented bloggers have done in their homes is amazing. Thanks for your vote. I think I will pass.

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