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Vintage Industrial Hadrill & Hortsmann Counterbalance 'Pluslite' Desk Lamp c1940

$580.97
£425
€501.27
CA$808.35
A$904.56
CHF 470.56
MX$10,899.24
NOK 5,924.15
SEK 5,597.34
DKK 3,741.74

About the Item

Great example of the iconic counterbalance 'Pluslite' lamp, ingeniously designed by Hadrill & Horstmann. c.1940 This lamp has survived in wonderful condition - the arms constructed from brass with the original black finish. The elegant weighted system allows the lamp to be angled in any position with a fluid motion. Stands on steel base. Rewired with 2m of black twisted flex and BS 3-pin plug.
  • Creator:
    Hadrill & Horstman (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.66 in (55 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v,220-240v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and BS 3-pin plug. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AW-15341stDibs: LU6522246384592

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