I have seen quite a few Gurley candles in my estate sale days. For every occasion and holiday. Yesterday I found a box I had not seen before.
A Night Before Christmas.
I was happy to find the box with the candles as I don't think I would have realized the little boy in his pajamas is peering up the chimney looking for Santa.
The children and dog are in fairly good shape. The fireplace has melted from the bottom. The wick is on top, so there must have been some heat source that caused the damage. I am glad the mantle and stocking are still intact.
It is still quite the cute little scene and if I tuck a small bottle brush tree or some tiny presents on the damaged side you won't really notice. I am sure I have some sort of Magpie Ethel trick up my sleeve that will work.
Just when I think I have seen them all....a new to me Gurley.
This candle set is just darling!! Did you find this at an estate sale?
chris
Posted by: chris mckinley | November 05, 2012 at 07:07 AM
Terrific find. I don't think I've ever seen one in person ... definitely a fabulous addition to the Gurley lineup!
Posted by: Barbara | November 05, 2012 at 07:32 AM
Here's a sweet one (but out of my price range!) http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Gurley-A-Night-Before-Christmas-Fireplace-Mantle-Set-Tavern-Candles-/290806110757?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43b5651a25
Posted by: Barbara | November 05, 2012 at 07:34 AM
I've never seen that Gurley either. Cute....I know with your "Magpie Ethel" magic, It'll be better than new!Have a great day :-)
Posted by: Doreen | November 05, 2012 at 07:44 AM
Very sweet. I'm sure your magic will be spectacular.
Posted by: Kim Kenward | November 05, 2012 at 08:05 AM
I think I've seen the fireplace before but didn't know about the kids and dog. How cute. You found a real treasure. Lucky girl.
Posted by: janet | November 05, 2012 at 10:05 AM
Boy Gurley leave it to you to uncover an unknown Christmas treat! :o)
I am sure your "magic" will bring it back to life.
Posted by: Melissa | November 05, 2012 at 12:27 PM
Don't you love it when you find something to add to your collection that you didn't even know existed? I never would have passed up this set, even in the condition. It is too cute.
Erica
Posted by: Erica | November 05, 2012 at 01:44 PM
THis is awesome and I covet it! I collect Night Before stuff and this is to die for! Want my address?
Posted by: Patricia | November 05, 2012 at 05:13 PM
A favorite...Night Before Christmas...I love it..the little boy stooping down and all. Found a little "Night before" today myself...smiles..Renee
Posted by: Renee | November 05, 2012 at 07:42 PM
I have no doubt Ethel will work her magic. A sweet little set, indeed!
Posted by: Kathy | November 05, 2012 at 09:31 PM
Too cute!! I have never seen this before!! Can't wait to see you apply your magical touch! :) xo Heather
Posted by: Heather | November 05, 2012 at 09:32 PM
What a great find ! You will make it even better .... I just know it !
Posted by: Lisa W. | November 05, 2012 at 11:04 PM
It's pretty special to find a new set of Gurley candles that you didn't know existed before, but to find a box too. I have never seen a box with any of the candles I have seen. Good eye.
Sheryl
Posted by: Sheryl Remy | November 06, 2012 at 05:34 AM
I've seen this before on Ebay!
It's darling! I'm happy for you that you were able to find something "new". I love that feeling! :)
Erica
Posted by: Erica / Golden Egg Vintage | November 06, 2012 at 04:00 PM
That is ADORBS! Need to put that on my mental list...
Posted by: Marci | November 06, 2012 at 07:15 PM
HEY! I have this exact set which belonged to my grandmother-- she had quite a Gurley collection; I have some of it (yea!). This fireplace scene is one of my favorites. Would you believe I also have the box? I'm pretty sure it was purchased new in the 50s.
Posted by: Diane | November 07, 2012 at 05:06 AM