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What type of bulb is an Edison bulb?
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Edison bulbs, which is the term that is often shorthand for any kind of antique or vintage light bulb, is a carbon- or early tungsten-filament incandescent lamp. Edison bulbs are also used to describe modern bulbs that mimic the appearance of these early incandescent lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage Edison bulbs on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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English Silvered Bronze Lantern with Mica Panels 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1376 English silvered bronze lantern with mica panes
One 100 watt Edison bulb
Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1920s Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Modernist Pendant Lamp from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A spare and refined pendant lamp having a single Edison bulb attached to a nickeled steel rod and
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Czech Bronze and Crystal Beaded Peacock Table Lamp
Located in North Miami, FL
Edison bulbs and wired for use
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Patinated Bronze Industrial Sconce from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
having a thick, clear glass cage-encased light diffuser and an Edison bulb.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Wood Handle Cage Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
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It’s finished with an antique style Edison bulb and fabric covered wire.
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Hardwood
$200 / item
Wrought Iron Hanging Hook Chandelier
Located in Greenwich, CT
with hooks top and bottom. Now wired with drop sockets for edison bulbs. England, 19th century
Category
Antique 19th Century English Rustic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
