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1930s Eveready skyscraper theme Art Deco electric candle

About the Item

Early piece from the history of electricity circa 1931 . Battery powered electric candle . Made by Eveready battery co . In the early days of household batteries Eveready made and marketed a large number of battery powered devices. This is an example of a battery powered night light. It has a switch and a button on the bottom. When you have the switch in one position, it locks the light on. In the other position, the light is off when sitting . Basically a table top flashlight . Art Deco skyscraper styling . Reeded cylinder sits on concentric circle base . Concentric theme carries to top of glass globe . Nickel plated . Batteries not included .
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    12v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Glass,Plated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1931
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. One spot of finish loss on side of shaft .
  • Seller Location:
    Ferndale, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU848235349612

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