Blue ceramic lamp with brass base and shade chip
Description
I lost my blue ceramic lamp with a brass base yesterday around 3pm. It sits on a small end table in my living room, a simple IKEA lamp about 14 inches tall, with a cream drum shade that’s developed a slightly glossy glaze. The shade has a tiny chip along the rim, and the brass base shows a few wear scratches from daily use. I think I last had it when I left my apartment on West Avenue to run a quick errand near the Fayetteville Public Library on Dickson Street, and I didn’t notice it was gone until I got back. This lamp was a gift from my aunt and has sentimental value, so I’d really appreciate getting it back if anyone has seen it.
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