Vintage Metal Industrial / Darkroom Safelight Desk Lamp
This is an absolutely great Vintage Metal Industrial / Darkroom Safelight Desk Lamp, with gooseneck flexible middle, metal triangular base and a metal lampshade.
Approximate Size:
Base Width: 23cm
Height: 37cm
Depth: 21.5cm
Very unusual design, and perfect for a desk or for use as accent lighting. It has been rewired with grey wire, electrically tested, and is working beautifully. This lightweight lamp has a very retro feel, and it blends well with the metal lampshade and metal tripod style clamp stand. It was probably a photographic safelight lamp and possibly a version of an Ilford Selo light.
In pretty good condition, the metal does have some rust, pitting, scuffs and surface scratches commensurate with age and use. I haven't been tempted to polish it as some people prefer to see the original patina.
The 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 allows the light to hang from the wall or ceiling. Being fairly lightweight, you can easily move it from room to room.
Repurposing work undertaken:
- Rewired with grey flex: PVC sheathed, cotton braided.
- New CE marked black plug top fitted along with a 3A fuse.
- Portable 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.
A 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!
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