Lenwile China Ardalt Japan Christmas angel perfume lamp / night light 1950s

Lenwile China Ardalt Japan Christmas angel perfume lamp / night light from the 1950s Function: It is an oil-fueled perfume burner or decorative holiday night light. The glass holder and cloth wick protruding from the top allowed a small flame to heat a pool of scented oil or act as a festive ambient light. Design: The piece features a distinct teardrop shape painted in a vibrant festive red with holiday pine branch accents. The recessed blue diorama contains a sculpted bisque porcelain kneeling angel beneath a star. History: Ardalt was a major mid-century New York company that contracted out high-quality porcelain manufacturing to artisan studios in post-World War II Japan, making these pieces beloved holiday collectibles today. Markings: Includes the metallic gold/red foil "Hand Painted Lenwile China Ardalt Japan" sticker, patent number 450139, and pattern/model number 6898A in blue script. Excellent condition (918822262)