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Black Bakelite & Nickel "Skyscraper" Bookend Table Lamp, 1920's

About the Item

Art Deco Manufacturers Finishing Company, Lib-O-Lite library bookend desk lamp. Featuring skyscraper form, spring loaded cast aluminum rectangular black bakelite step base with nickel-plated brass textured surface. With wear to plate. Shade shown for display only and not for sale (21 W x 9 D x 11 H). Books shown for display only. Architectural. Rarity. Made in Waterbury Ct. Label to underside.
  • Creator:
    Manufacturers Finishing Co. (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Rewired: Rewired with new nickel plated hardware and black braided cloth cord. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bainbridge, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1129013019C0SM066241stDibs: LU913913730721

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