Probably what my dad called "pot metal" which doesn't solder or weld well. Epoxy might work.
Or, does a threaded rod run up the length of the lamp? You could get a longer one at a lighting store/department (even Home Depot has them). Use a washer and nut at the bottom, run up through all the pieces and screw on a socket at at the top. Vary according to your lamp design.
good luck!
At 02:18 PM 9/1/2013, you wrote:
Bought a beautiful, ornate lamp, circa 1930 with all the original pieces. The base is cast iron and I think the vertical portion is brass over another metal - not cast iron. I had it in a box with some other items I was going to take to our antique booth and DH decided to back the car out - without realizing the box was there. The lamp was broken just above the base and the bead is bent. I think it will have to be straightened before the two pieces can be welded together --- if welding is the correct method of repair. No way could we DIY the repair and I don't even know who to call in regards to repairing it. The value of the lamp is lost but I'd like to have it repaired to have in the house.
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