{"product_id":"1940s-ilford-selo-photographic-darkroom-safelight-desk-lamp","title":"1940s Ilford Selo Photographic \/ Darkroom Safelight Desk Lamp","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"normal break-word mb-xs-2\" data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"714795782\"\u003e1940s Ilford Selo Photographic \/ Darkroom Safelight Desk Lamp\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an absolutely gorgeous 1940s Ilford Selo Photographic \/ Darkroom Safelight Desk Lamp. In good condition, the metal does have some scuffs and surface scratches commensurate with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 22.5cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight (from Base to top of bayonet bulb holder): 26.5cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 23.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by the black and white photographic manufacturer of Ilford Limited, Ilford, London, UK, based on a design going back to the 1930s: this lamp dates to the 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally sold as a photographic darkroom safelight, it has been sympathetically repurposed as a desk lamp. It has been rewired with orange wire, (with two switches), electrically tested, and is working beautifully. The modern, antique style, 60 Watt light bulb with squirrel cage filament, gives this lightweight lamp a very retro feel, and it blends well with the aluminium lampshade and black metal tripod stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this lamp was pretty innovative. Based on a tripod type stand, which actually folds flat. There is a hook at the back which allowed the photographer to hang it from the wall or ceiling. Being lightweight, you can easily move it from room to room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally the lamp was sold in in two forms:\u003cbr\u003e1.0 with a foldable reflector (light shade) and was known as the “Pack Flat Lighting Set”\u003cbr\u003e2.0 With a solid anodised aluminium reflector sold as the “Junior Flood.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earlier versions of the lamp were branded “Selo” and had a smooth black stand (like this one). Later versions were in a brown crackle finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRepurposing work undertaken:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRewired with orange flex: 0.75cm, 3 core, PVC sheathed, cotton braided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas both a switched brass bayonet light fitting as well as an inline black plastic switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew CE marked black plug top fitted along with a 3A fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew low energy, CE marked, Edison Pip Top style Filament 60 Watt bulb. However this can be changed for any BC\/B22 bayonet lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortable Appliance Testing undertaken (PAT): The lamp has been electrically tested using a flagship Seaward Europa Plus PAT tester, and passed the UK Portable Appliance Inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great looking vintage industrial light for your office, workplace or for bench craft work. Wonderful iconic design; really special! It is just waiting for you to add your own plug adapter (if outside the UK). A wonderful looking vintage lamp to complement any home décor! A real statement piece!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-lamps-lighting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage lamps\/lighting.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eNB: Accessories are shown for photographic purposes only and are not included in the sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56860472181111,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1940s_Ilford_Selo_Photographic_Darkroom_Safelight_Repurposed_As_A_Desk_Lamp.jpg?v=1773668031","url":"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/products\/1940s-ilford-selo-photographic-darkroom-safelight-desk-lamp","provider":"Mullard Antiques and Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}