These lamps are each custom made. Each one has a story about the instrument itself, the items used in its fabrication or the method used to create it.
Metal Clarinet Lamp
This clarinet was made in the late 1920's or early 1930's. It was used in military and marching bands of the day. It has a nickel finish and a soapstone base. The soapstone base has been darkened and sealed to match the pattern on the shade.
Kokopelli Lamp
Among the Hopi Indians the Kokopelli is a deity of fertility. My wife and I simply think this lamp is cool. The body of the lamp is a nickel plated flute head joint. The lamp shade is custom made. The base is made of soapstone. I smoothed all the edges of the base and sealed it to give a darker color than the original stone. Great for a desk lamp.
Cabaret Lamp
I envision this lamp being used in a ladies "boudoir" or in a special sitting area. The Caberet style shade reminds me of a turn of the century time. However, I have updated the lamp. I painted the flute head joint with a "color shift" paint. So, the color of the head joint changes depending on the angle that you view it. The base is a sturdy piece of soapstone. Of course, it has been worked to a smooth finish. I also sealed the base to achieve a dark color which matches the dark tone of the shade and head joint. In addition, the lamp is topped off with a clear finial.
Bass Clarinet Lamp
Have you ever seen one of these? This is a Normandy Bass Clarinet that I converted into a more useful creature. This horn was in use during the 1960's. The soapstone base is darkened to match the instrument and the lamp shade. I topped it off with a ruby finial. Plus, I used an extra thick piece of soapstone so the lamp would be completely stable.