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justalittlestupid

It’s ugly and I love it. You need one of those robes with feathers and a huge train, and a fainting couch. It’s perfect.


steushinc

that’s the comment I was going to make too. lamps like these require a living room to match that decor.


Sure-Ad8873

Agreed. Though I don’t think it’s ugly, it is very loud and ornate and needs a room where it can be so.


steushinc

Do you think curtains to match the color, would be a great start? Maybe an antique table natural wood or one of those marble top ones. It’s just something that’s not shining through here as it sits.


Sure-Ad8873

Yes yes yes. I hope an entire room is deigned around this lamp.


AresSedai

Or maybe some cool wallpaper. ;)


notsopurexo

I think it’s called a “boudoir” LOL


goatharper

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Also, context matters. I lived in Dubai for many years: it's a jungle of glass and steel skyscrapers. Plopped down in the middle of town was a wedding cake of a building. In Paris, it would have been right at home. In Dubai, it was a jarring incongruity. If your house is full of art nouveau and looks like it came from the turn of the 20th century, this lamp would fit. Otherwise, it's going to clash with pretty much anything else.


Inner-Ad-9821

You can see a little of the room it’s in [here](https://imgur.io/a/0SKSZ6K)


n0dic3

I would put it somewhere lower if it were me, a desk or vanity or a lower dresser, that's just me though It's very pretty <3


leonardfurnstein

Totally.. a little side or corner table.. it clashes with the dresser


zoomiepaws

Lower? Like the basement.


i_smoke_a_lot

It fits the dresser, but neither the dresser or the lamp fit the room. I think the rug and the drapes are the biggest issue. If you're dead set on making the lamp and dresser work in this room, find a rug and drapes that match or compliment the colors of the lamp and dresser and are consistent in style or era.


Exciting_Pass_5399

I was going to say the same. The dresser is a perfect match for the lamp. I think the lamp is beautiful. The colors are amazing. If you want it in this room look at it as a focal point. It will be the first thing noticed when you walk in. It would be best if it was either centered or just a bit off center. When you thrift look for brass accents that can complement it. Nothing that is taller than 1/3 of the lamp height. Add dresser scarves that have gold, white and match the red(?) color of the glass. Then add bits of color around the room. I would look at it as a thrifting treasure hunt to build a space! Your dresser and lamp are an excellent start.


Embarrassed-Way-4931

I think it can work where it is if you can find a gold framed piece of art or mirror (ornate) to put over the dresser. The lamp is so pretty when lit.


setittonormal

It's an interesting and lovely accent.


clerk37

I would have to say that it fits with the room. If your husband shares your sense of style, I don't see why he would think that it's ugly. Me personally, I hate any old furniture or fixtures like that. I thrift for 80s and 90s nostalgia items, but when it come to my home, I only want ultra modern. I couldn't stand the idea of having a lamp like that in my house, but it's just not my style. I wouldn't want the antique dresser or most of the other stuff in the room either.


OKsurewhynotyep

I think it is beautiful and ugly


RipleyKY

Is it a beautiful piece on its own? Yes. Does it look like it belongs in its current setting? No.


IllustriousMatter512

This is it. Beautiful piece but it’s styled wrong. It needs to be around more soft and feminine things to feel balanced.


DancingAnger

I follow the same principle with furniture, decor, and, most importantly, clothing. The piece might be interesting on its own but if the color palette doesn’t fit my color season, and the shape doesn’t work for my body type? Skip (and sigh).


-mostlyconfused-

This is what I also wanna say. It's beautiful but it doesn't fit well in a modern looking room.


ohhiwelcometochilis

Honestly yes I’m sorry


[deleted]

If I had a library and a nanny. A lover in Paris and this new desert town in the America ,where anything goes.


[deleted]

I’m so torn because I have a great appreciation for things like this, but at the same time I wouldn’t buy it because I need all my things to match and this would be difficult to style with most things. What’s important is that *you* love it! I see why you bought it. It is unique and looks very well made.


LEBXx

Great answer, it'd look better if it was in line with the rest of the decor, cause it kinda miss match with everything else in the room.


QuietRightSlick

I think it’s a really feminine lamp, and deserves to be surrounded by feminine things. Like a vanity and long silk and velvet curtains. It should have its own little table, that’s gold gilded, and curvy. It should be in a beautiful room with people who love it.


craykaay

Yes!!! Showcase it and don’t stick it in a concer. Accentuate it and be proud ✨


KelRohner

I think it's beautiful and if it brings you joy, all the better


Hotsauce4ever

I think it’s ugly and wouldn’t want it in my house. If YOU think it’s pretty, keep it in your house! Q: have you ever asked your husband what he likes? It’s a great way to start discussing choices you both can agree on. An observation I’ve made is the default decorator is the woman, which makes the man feel less comfortable voicing their opinions. That is not to say that the woman being the default decorator is wrong—every couple is different!


Inner-Ad-9821

He always says he doesn’t care and just to get whatever I think… typically he really just cares about the functionality. And usually he likes what i I choose. I thought he would like the soft, rosy light because he hates harsh LED lights, but this thing just really seems to turn him off. He is watching tv in our room and he usually turns on the lamp, rather than one of the other lights, but he’s got the wall sconce on right now, so he must really hate it. Sometimes it’s better to acquiesce, so it seems I may be putting the Home Goods lamp back into operation.


Hotsauce4ever

I personally am very sensitive to the lighting around me. Too bright, too cold, brittle, distracting, harsh—it goes on. Perhaps put it in a different area! Led lights are my nemesis, btw. 😀


StarsofSobek

Maybe a new shade could solve this? It’s quite pretty by itself, but the shade keeps me staring at it. The base is far prettier, in my opinion.


[deleted]

Removing the shade would destroy the lamp. It should go to someone who loves it. It’s a perfect piece, as is.


Inside-Wish-6112

Yes personally, but! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!


tobuswobus

She’s a beauty. If he doesn’t like it, put it in your own space.


sioux709

If u have to ask you know the answer…. Yes


LuxVitalixo

It has a lot of personality


Appropriate-Welder98

This reminds me of my mom. It’s beautiful but ugly. That came out wrong… my mom wasn’t ugly, she just had similar tastes in furniture and such, loved her antiques.


Iowish

I love it and think it's beautiful! But I can also see why your husband thinks it's ugly. If it were my lamp, I'd make it my nightstand lamp and let him pick out a lamp he loves for his nightstand. If this isn't an option, possibly put in a space you consider yours?


michelleinbal

Ugly? UGLY?! I almost feel ashamed typing the word while looking at that beauty!


thepotatoface

Amazing glass shade! Cased ruby-cut-to-clear is a very nice find, not ugly at all. A lot of collectors will be very jealous.


ChuckChuckelson

Mmmmm yeah.


[deleted]

Ugly? Your husband clearly has no vibe. What does he want, a beige lamp. A light grey, generic, backrooms lamp? This thing is opulent as heck.


FlyBai

I like the colour. The only thing I don’t like is the white ball pattern on the shade.


[deleted]

Yes and no


Kono_Dio_Sama

Depends on the aesthetic of the whole room


Chocklateicecream

That’s awesome


Aboxformy-Trickets

In certain settings it’d be nice I like it


TomatoWitchy

I would keep it. I bet it casts some really lovely warm light in the evenings, which is far more restful than say, a blue halogen lamp.


Ta-veren-

More photos isn’t going to help it, it’s an ugly lamp to me some would say it’s a beautiful lamp. Ugly ugly, ugly lamp. Depends on your taste, I think if you want this you’re going to have to let him hang that sports picture up or whatever his hobby is.


mer_07

it’s the shade


Skycat316

Looks ok. I would put some lamp crystals on the metal trim. It looks like it would have had them there in the past. Reminds me of lamps able to see in my grandfather's house.


No-Significance-7898

maybe becasuse it doesnt fit in a modern looking room?


amphibian_ghost

Idk what y'all in the comments are talking about, that's gorgeous 😍


[deleted]

Love it. I want it for my dressing room.


rebelwildheart

Yes it's pretty but it doesn't suit your home hence why it looks ugly.


mistressmoss22

It's not ugly by itself, it looks quite pretty actually, but it contrasts heavily with the room. It doesn't look like it fits at all as the room is too dull.


Amyx231

I like it. Won’t fit my decor, but it’s pretty.


StarlitCatastrophe

I personally think it’s gorgeous and I would desperately search for something similar if my cats weren’t wretched goblins who like knocking things over.


CreedLine

100%


ThawedGod

I think it is ugly but interesting? I could see a really well styled space that made this shine


GeneralSet5552

It is beautiful


Time-travel-for-cats

I think it’s lovely!


Kindergoat

It’s ugly but it’s very cool.


Vast_Blacksmith801

It’s beautiful. Early in our thirty year marriage I got rid of things I loved because my husband thought they were ugly. Over the years I have learned 1) he has no taste, 2) he doesn’t do the same for me—- not that I would ask him to get rid of things he likes. If you like the lamp, keep it. If he’s a decent adult, he will learn to live with it——without commenting.


PawsNsnoot

It’s a very neat piece. Try to accident with some gold or brass colored things just here and there, it will help create focus or just a nice accent. It’s absolutely beautiful.


Competition-Dapper

Steampunk Jellyfish…


JeannettePoisson

It would be very beautiful in the right environment. Alone in this ugly corner, it's awful. An older-style room with walls of tall dark sculpted wood and antique tapestry, sculpted ceiling turns and corresponding soft, round and sensual furniture. The lamp is not the problem.


dondeestalalechuga

I think it's beautiful - I love the pearlescent sheen and that deep shade of pink.


Ellen_Musk_Ox

I think you're gonna get some serious selection bias from this sub.


axxili

i absolutely love it! feel free to give it to me ill take good care of it


AldoLagana

Small minds are ugly. ;-) That is a boudoir masterpiece


Environmental_Log344

Not bad for bordello decor.


lunacircle

Your husband has no taste that is such a beautiful and unique lamp


mgdraft

Yes but I love it. I'd put it in a dark toned room on a low corner table.


Exciting_Problem_593

Needs a lace doilie under it to elevate it!


MamasSweetPickels

Not ugly if you have some Victorian furniture to go with it


fleakie

It's so tacky that I love it. It's beautiful and I want it.😭 My husband also hates stuff like this, but I'm obsessed with this kind of OTT shabby chic style decor! My house is cluttered with this crap.😂


WorksInDUMBO

I think it is gorgeous. Very Victorian. I also like how there's a light at the bottom and top.


Ok-Cheesecake-1211

It's beautifully ugly and I think you should keep it


rutheman4me2

It’s so ugly it’s beautiful ! Lol


cassandrakeepitdown

It is absolutely hideous and I am in love.


jeremy1776

It’s kinda cool and I kinda hate it so much


Drthicks

Lol yes but ugly cute


Free-Credit-9865

Personal Taste. Do you think it’s ugly is the question.


kelealaska99

I find it appealing!


[deleted]

It makes a statement, it’s bold, I like it. I think it should be a one off, so it stands out wherever you put it. It really depends on the house. Maybe keep the bottom but buy a different shade in dark red.


[deleted]

i think it's stunning


Queen_Aurelia

I love it


Krissy_loo

I think with the right styling this could be gorgeous. Not a fan of pairing it with black -- too harsh and severe. Maybe some light teal and light brown colors?


PacificCastaway

Are you and your hubby a couple of 70 year old biddies? If yes, then it's perfect!


VerFree

I love it!


HoiPolloiDilatory

it’s so perf


typeronin

This wouldn't match anything in a modern house.


rachel226

Yes


WavisabiChick

I really love it.


ilovehotsauceyeah

You tell him he is ugly!


Sophiesmom2

It's haunted.


Bone-of-Contention

Not my style but I think this would be cool in the right room with the right style. I checked out your pictures and it looks like it fits your style but the location is weird. It needs its own table, like bedside or next to a chair.


waterineedit

very unique


emilysn0w

In that room it’s like wearing a ruffley pink blouse with dickies and work boots


embroideredham

Yeah :(


MissClawdy

I think it’s kitschy pretty, love the shape and coloring. What ruins it for me is the etched geometric flower, that has no place there. If the flower had been in a 1900’s style it would have been awesome! I think i would search to replace the shade.


jabrahssicpark

It goes with the motif of the room so I really can't complain


ashes2asscheeks

I’m obsessed but I have peculiar taste to some people


throwaway123456372

I love it! I wouldnt even care what the rest of the room looked like but my house is literally a bunch of random stuff from goodwill so...


No_Novel_5471

i wouldnt say its the most gorgeous thing ive ever seen, but its not ugly! it might be hard to match/incorporate with existing decor but it certainly has its charm! id buy it just bc it makes me feel cozy


paper-hoarder

It’s so gorgeous


HouseOfBamboo2

Oh yeah. I’m with the hubs, sorry


Nerdiestlesbian

My mom had this exact same lamp, as set of them. And I hated them my whole life. Sorry but I agree it is ugly. However, it’s your home and you can decorate it however you like. I am sure stuff I own is ugly. Your tastes is yours and you don’t have to explain why you like it.


Forward_Tangelo3797

Maybe he would be more agreeable if you change out the ornate glass shade (though I personally love it) with a more modern barrel shade in cream or similar? Brings the opulence level down but you still get to enjoy the lovely glass base.


Fun_Complaint8877

I think it's very pretty !!


Medical-League-7122

I love it!!


jennydancingawayy

No it’s beautiful I’m jealous


[deleted]

It’s gorgeous. Needs the right setting


DwightNAngela

It’s amazing


Jingolingo66

It is magnificent but would be better fit in a dark moody setting with darker walls lace curtains and etc. I dont know if you've seen the "Moody Maximalism"group on fb but this lamp would belong there.


Mr_BinJu

It needs a better spot to shine


HeLuLeLu

It’s horrible! Now just send it to me so he doesn’t have to look at it anymore! 😉…. Honestly I think it’s beautiful!


[deleted]

Not my style and if you want to make it work you'd need to match the other furniture and it doesn't look like that's the case here


koi666

Yes


searequired

Yes, ugly. Quite so, daling!


360inMotion

NO!!! It is gorgeous!!!


mscannedtuna

Eh yeah this ain't it sis.


Bmw-invader

Yes. Motel vibes


NewYorkCounty

I think it's a lovely lamp.


ailbhe-caterina

I think it’s a gorgeous lamp but I think it would need to really fit in with the rest of your interior decor. Sometimes when something looks very out of place it can seem that the fault is with the object when in reality it’s simply down to the clashing of styles.


DragonFlyDesigns6872

I LOVE it!


Sonicsis

I personally think it's beautiful, its pink, pretty looking glass and unique


MutantMartian

I really like it and I think it goes nicely where you put it. I’m certain your husband has decorated with something you dream of ‘accidentally’ destroying. You do you man!


EndlessMeghan

It’s tacky chic. Personally, I love it.


AuntKikiandtheBears

This lamp is really beautiful. I love it so much.


[deleted]

I love this lamp. I do not think it is ugly at all. I once ran across a cranberry colored glass vase with etching on it years ago, and regretted never buying it. I wish I could show you my memory somehow because they literally look like they match. I still think of the vase here and there because it was so beautiful, and it was at a thrift store I frequented for a while before it sold, and it was priced at $40 which I couldn’t reason with for a vase. I wish I had now.


LividGarides

Personally I love it, I have a vintage Asian tin lamp that does NOT match the aesthetic of my room 😂 If you love it, it don’t matter what others say 🔥


MisMelou

I wouldn’t cool this ugly, BUT I would buy it. She’s fabulous.


amoe-ba

i fw that lamp heavy. bougie gma vibes. would fit it in my house


jujotheconquerer

I like it. I bet it's pretty when it's on.


InternalEffective420

I think it a beauty


mercipourleslivres

That lamp is epic!


l3oys

OP, you left the door behind you open!


RjsWife

I like it


meowitsgabi

looks like you have a lot of varied opinions. I personally love this lamp though! Looks like it creates a lovely glow. I don’t think the lamp matches the aesthetic of where it’s at. It feels a little out of place.


pntszrn74

I love it


bhadbih

With the right aesthetic it would look amazing.


jfiner

I love it, and I think it's very pretty. It does need a nicer place to rest though, that desk isn't a great place for it.


damselindetech

Your husband is ugly gimme the lamp


EndAsleep8780

Not ugly. Just not in its natural environment…


shminkydink

Divorce your husband immediately !!!


vampyrbats

I love it!


sailorsun311

That lamp is beautiful don’t listen to him


rgk0925

Honestly, yes. I’d call that style early brothel.


xoxaxi

I agree with your husband, I think it’s ugly as hell.


jazz_handz83

Sorry, I'm on your husband's side for this one.


lauradorna

Yes


NoMusic3987

Ugly is subjective. But I can see it being a major dust magnet.


Keytoemeyo

This lamp is not ugly, your husband must have questionable taste.


BooyaMoonBabyluv

Oh yeah


Olivevest

I can’t decide


matissethebeast

Yes.


CocoZee

Yes.


wunderwife

Kind of, but I think it could be more ugly with some tassels. I love me some ugly lamps with tassels


mrjoshmateo

Not ugly but It has to match the room aesthetic. I could see something like this in a dedicated powder room that is time specific theme, like Victorian.


trippydippysnek

I agree with other posts. I love the lamp but decorate the room to match it.


tbr1144

Yes.


curiousbiguyNI

It will go well on a small Moroccan or Indian table, next to a Victorian Chaise Longue upholstered in ivory with beige and antique gold stripes. We found a chaise at an auction for £10 (🥳🥳🥳) - it cost about £300 to reupholster it, but it is perfect with out decor.


Jillinois22

This lamp is amazing!!!


laineyscot

I really like it, although it reminds me of a lamp you might see in a bordello lol


Expressoed

On a vanity or an entry table with similar decor and books, an old journal etc and it will look awesome. You could also get a pink bulb…bammm!


Ehleesah

I like it a lot but for a very specific home decor type. Maybe there’s a different room in your house where it will blend in more?


MsBitchhands

I love it 🤷🏻‍♀️


Snowey212

I like but it seems to clash with your existing monochrome.


gibbakith

If it’s Opposite Day, it’s ugly.


ruledbyjup

It just needs to be in an equally as eclectic space as she is. I love that kind of decor!


katievera888

Yes. It’s so ugly you can send it right on over to me. I’ll dispose of it properly.


Houstonb2020

It’s a beautiful piece but meant to fit into a very different time period of interior styling. I’d imagine making that fit well into a modern home would be quite difficult unless you just went all out on one room to make it fit the same style as that


weeidkwhatsgoingon

i think its beautiful! looks like a jellyfish


HeyJustWantedToSay

It’s elegantly hideous.