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Emeralite Green Shade Banker's Lamp, ca. 1917

About the Item

These lamps which have come to b known as banker's lamps are the most popular antique lamp for use on one's desk. Emeralite, the maker of this lamp is by far the most well known. Signed inside the the back of the shade as well as on the underside of the lamp on the iron base, which does also give the lamp more stability. This lamp is what is called a double knuckle as it can be adjusted in 2 places. The angle of the shade in one knuckle and the height and length in the other. The original shade is cased glass, meaning there are 2 layers of glass. The inner layer of white glass keeps the lightbulb from being visible. A nice example of a popular and useful lamp.
  • Creator:
    Emeralite (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Glass,Iron,Cast,Molded,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1917
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Petaluma, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU879936644682
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