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blue prismatic glass pendants
Reference 15_2408

Reclaimed railway light lenses (V3)

Era: 1950s Origin: Hungary

Stunning prismatic glass lenses reclaimed from railway signalling equipment salvaged from Hungary. These stepped prismatic blue glass lenses have been transformed into fantastic feature pendants. Also available in red, turquoise and amber versions.

detail of blue prismatic glass lens shades
reclaimed Hungarian railway light pendant in blue glass
detail of blue prismatic glass lens shades
Hungary

Origin: Hungary

We salvage high volumes of industrial and decorative lighting from this landlocked former Eastern Bloc country. Hungarian industrial enamel shades are often available in blue or white, whereas the decorative glassware has more of a clean line and timeless design. In the mid to late 20th century, the Communist east 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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group of reclaimed glass lenses from Hungarian railway lights

Restoration

The restoration process our lighting goes through can take many months. To begin, we gently disassemble each light fitting, letting us spot any flaws and plan how best to bring it up to modern electrical standards. Then, our team of experts patiently restore each component by hand. Typically, this might mean: Soda-blasting – an environmentally friendly way to remove old paint; Polishing – to restore and revitalise the surface of the light; Lacquering – a sealing process that protects the light’s surface from further deterioration; Rewiring – so the light works perfectly, every time.

Product details

Each light is supplied with a new bayonet (B22) lamp holder, 2mtrs of elephant grey braided cable and ceiling mounting plate. (If you would prefer another colour cable please just ask).

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140 mm
50 mm
0.4 kg
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Blue

Supplied tested to BS EN60598. Converted for use in the US and worldwide. IP20 for internal use only.

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A quick word from our customers

Hailware lighting

Quick, efficient and exactly as ordered. Thanks.

- Susan | Hertford | UK

Excellent service

Excellent service in all respects.

- David | Preston | UK

Czech industrial pendants

The light works well because the industrial style and it complements the exposed brick walls and stone worktops in the kitchen.

- Charles | London | UK

M.O.D. Factory Lights by Simplex

 

Thanks guys. The lighting I have ordered is spectacular and beautifully refurbished. The service is first-rate!

- Bernard | East Sussex | UK