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What type of bulb is an Edison bulb?

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What type of bulb is an Edison bulb?
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
. It’s finished with an antique style Edison bulb and fabric covered wire.
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Nautical Copper Ship Spot Lights Original Patina
Located in Santa Monica, CA
. These have been rewired and are in working order. They look great with a large Edison bulb. Also work
Category

Early 20th Century American Steampunk More Lighting

Materials

Copper, Iron

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