Art Deco Silver Plated Semi Nude Lady Statuette Table Lamp from Murray’s Diner
This is rare, collectible Art Deco style table lamp from a Murray’s Diner – likely from the 40s. It stands 6 1/4″ high x 7.5″ wide x 3 1/4 deep. It’s made of silver plated heavy metal of some kind (it’s quite heavy for its size – weighing just under 3 lbs). There’s a partial sticker on the back which reads “SILVERWARE PRODUCTS”. It features 2 semi-nude ladies posing with their hands behind their heads, standing on pedestals. Their bodies are draped in sheer fabric across their fronts which pools around their lower legs behind them. The fluted glass hurricane shade sits in a holder with etched leaf-like prongs. It features a Murray’s Lunch Limited enamelled metal decal with a 5 at the centre, which could refer to the number of locations in Toronto. Murray’s was established in 1923 in Montreal, Canada, as a comfort-food restaurant. The chain expanded to multiple Canadian cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Sudbury. Murray’s became a cultural hub, supporting community events and fostering strong customer loyalty. Murray’s last location closed in July 2009, leaving a legacy of nostalgia and community connections. It’s in excellent working condition with some wear to the silver plate in one spot on the front edge, a few scratches and a bit of enamel missing from the logo.