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1930's Industrial Articulating Work Lamp with Green Porcelain Enamel Shade
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Nice example of an industrial workbench, drafting table or desk lamp. Dark green porcelain enamel shade with white porcelain enamel interior. Constructed of steel with remanence of a copper patina. Quality fabrication. Butterfly nuts to adjust various positions. Four screws or bolts to attach to surface needed. Not 100% certain of voltage? Needs re-wiring. Shade only measures 5.38 inch diameter, 4.5 inches high.
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 5.38 in (13.67 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- Power Source:Plug-in
- Voltage:220-240v
- Lampshade:Included
- Style:Industrial (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1930's
- Condition:Needs to be re-wired.
- Seller Location:Fulton, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5539237642972
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