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German factory lights. Circa 1930 (V1)

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salvaged german factory light black enamel shade
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German factory lights. Circa 1930 (V1)

Era: 1930s Origin: Germany

These 1930s industrial factory pendants were salvaged from factories in Germany. A product of the Bauhaus movement, all original components remain preserved including an enamelled spun steel reflector with a lacquered steel gallery. Each light features an array of patina and wear, adding character and emphasising the age of the products.

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steel gallery with manufactures plaque from german factory
internal view of salvaged black enamel german factory light
Germany

Origin: Germany

German designs are famed for their clean lined and well engineered approach. The Bauhaus School played a major role in combining design with engineering during the late 1920s and early 1930s. A number of lights we salvage were influenced by Bauhaus School design. From the mid to late 20th century, Communist East Germany produced a wide variety of lights for both industrial, commercial and residential applications, often manufactured in three scaled versions to cater for varying bulb wattage.

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Restoration

Every one of our lights goes through a variety of processes to bring it from the worn and often dilapidated state it arrives in, to a stage where it is ready for your home. From stripping down and rewiring, to applying a finish and sealing the light preventing further degradation to the surface.

Grey fabric braided power cable with chrome suspension chain and ceiling hook

Product details

Each light is supplied with a new screw (E27) lamp holder, 2mtrs of suspension chain, elephant grey braided cable and ceiling mounting plate. (If you would prefer another colour cable or wire suspension, please just ask).

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380 mm
610 mm
3.2 kg
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Black | White (internal)

Supplied tested to BS EN60598. IP20 for internal use only. All dimensions and weights are approximate.

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