The Leg Lamp is the "Major Award" that Ralphie's father won in a contest and proudly displayed in the front window for humorous effect. It became famous thanks to the 1983 holiday comedy A Christmas Story. The figure, which is a sexy female leg in fishnet stockings with a fringed lampshade, is now a lasting symbol of holiday kitsch and nostalgia. 
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Where it came from and how it was made
The notion originates from novelist Jean Shepherd, who wrote about it in a 1966 story that was inspired by an old Nehi soda commercial with a leg-shaped design.

Reuben Freed, the production designer, imagined the lamp with a classic pleated silk shade and fringe. Shepherd approved it as it was.

The real lamps that were utilized in the movie are no longer there; it's said that they all shattered during filming.

Why It's So Popular: The lamp is a common topic in memes, décor, and holiday cards.

Funny Nostalgia: Its silliness and strong presence make people laugh and remember the past.

A collectible and a way to start a conversation: It always gets people's attention, whether it's full-size or small. 
A Christmas on the Coast

Cleveland fully embraces it. Stores like the A Christmas Story House sell official copies in person and online.

🛒 Where to Get a Copy of a Leg Lamp Leg lamps for Red Rider

This is an official product that was inspired by the movie:

50" Deluxe Full-Size Leg Lamp: around $299.99

45" Full-Size Leg Lamp—about $249.99

Deluxe Desktop Lamp 26" – around $149.99

You can also get themed merchandise including decorations, string lights, mugs, and more at redriderleglamps.com.

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✅ NECA 20" Leg Lamp Copy
This is a smaller, legally licensed version that is around 20 inches tall and has a base and shade that light up. Includes a wire and light bulbs. Great for desktops or other exhibition locations.

✅ Other stores and collectibles
Cleveland Street Novelties has both full-size and desktop versions, as well as themed packaging for novelty goods like mugs and small lamps. You can find them at clevelandstreetnovelties.com.

eBay has a lot of different copies in different sizes and costs. Some are around $50 for an 18-inch desk-style version, while others are full-size ones that cost almost $250, depending on the condition and seller.

Sample Listings 50" Deluxe Full-Size (Red Rider) – $299.99

45" Full-Size (Red Rider) costs about $249.99.

26" Desktop Deluxe (Red Rider) costs about $149.99.

20" NECA Replica: a licensed display for a tabletop

Smaller desktop or original copies cost between $60 and $90 (for example, 18-inch desk replicas on eBay).

Why You Might Want One: Holiday Decor That Stands Out Copy the display in the front window from A Christmas Story.

Great for Fans: People who collect things or love movies will adore having "a Major Award."

Nostalgia all year long: Smaller versions create funny desk or night lights that may be used all year long.

Conversation Starter: A quick way to break the ice and make people grin with a pop culture reference.

Last Thoughts
The Leg Lamp is more than just a movie prop; it's a fun symbol of festive happiness and pop culture humor. It pays homage to old movies and retro kitsch, whether you choose the full-size version or a mini version that fits on your desk.

Mental Floss and other retrospectives tell the story of the lamp and how it has affected culture. 

A Christmas on the Coast You can buy licensed copies from Red Rider Leg Lamps, NECA's web store, and novelty stores in Cleveland and other places, as well as from the House From A Christmas Story store.necaonline.com, clevelandstreetnovelties.com, redriderleglamps.com, and ebay.com.