Xl Polish Factory Lights With Prismatic Glass - Matt Grey

About the Item

RECLAIMED EXTRA LARGE FACTORY LIGHTS FROM EASTERN EUROPE These oversized industrial pendant lights once illuminated factories across eastern Europe. Made in Poland circa 1985 by ZAKLADY METALOWE PREDOM - MESKO. Original product plate is intact and reads model number ORP-125E The lights have been stripped and refinished, the lower steel dished shade has been powder-coated white to the inners and olive green to the outer, the steel top section has been polished to a high sheen along with the cast aluminium gallery section. Prismatic glass diffuser bowl sits inside the dished shade protecting the bulb and emits a beautiful diffused light. An imposing light fitting due to its size which makes it a perfect feature light in a host of interior spaces. ABOUT THE MAKER ZAKLADY METALOWE PREDOM - MESKO was known under many different names during its existence. Located in Skarzysko-Kamienna the original factory was launched in 1924 and acted as Polands state ammunitions factory. From the mid 20th century into the 1970's the factory employed nearly twenty two thousand staff and products a whole host of metal products as-well as ammunitions and military weapons. Through to the 1990's the company expanded its product of metal goods to the civilian, industry and military markets. From 2000 to current day the main operation of the MESKO company is the manufacture of ammunition and weapons including small and medium calibre ammunition, Mortar, Artillery and Tank ammunition and Rockets and Missiles. When renovating our original reclaimed lighting all existing electrical parts are removed and renewed with modern electrical components. All components used are CE certified and our lights are wired & tested in line with BSEN Standards. As standard our lights come with 1m of our premium fabric three core cable to a colour of your choice unless stated otherwise in the product description. Generally, ES or BS lamp holders are used unless otherwise stated and are fully compatible with main dimmers and modern LED filament bulbs. Our lights can be wired to bespoke specifications, longer lengths, different cable types and compatibility with specialist dimming systems such as DALI can all be accommodated. Lights supplied to U.S.A and Canada are installed using UL Certified cable and lamp holders. As standard we supply round black fabric cable and E26 holders. Please note that although we use UL certified components our original reclaimed lights do not come with UL certification. Due to the antique nature of our original vintage lights, we cannot offer an official IP rating and cannot guarantee our lights for external use. Technical Details Bulb Type E27 / E26 Height 480mm Width 480mm Colour Matt Grey, Glass, Steel Weight 7.2kg

Similar to:

Benjamin Electrical Company 1 (Maker)

Dimensions:

Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Diameter: 18.9 in (48 cm)

Power Source:

Hardwired

Voltage:

220-240v,110-150v

Style:

Industrial (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Aluminum,Glass,Steel

Place of Origin:

Poland

Period:

1980-1989

Date of Manufacture:

1985

Condition:

Rewired: When renovating our original reclaimed lighting all existing electrical parts are removed and renewed with modern electrical components. Lights supplied to U.S.A and Canada are installed using UL Certified cable and lamp holders. Additions or alterations made to the original: The original lacquered steel has been stripped and painted Aluminium components have been polished. Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Nottingham, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: IG220814a1stDibs: LU7339230420702

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