Reference 22_3618

Retro cut-glass ceiling light

Era: 1960s Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

These unusual ceiling lights are retro through and through, originally manufactured in the 1960s, once adorning the ceilings of a hotel in Prague, former Czechoslovakia. All original components remain preserved, including a vented main enclosure with its original paint finish and a striking circular moulded lens. Expect a bright, patterned illumination when lit, great in rows above bars or in counter tops in shops and restaurants.

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Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

Much of the lighting we salvage and restore from the former Eastern Bloc was produced in the manufacturing powerhouses of former Czechoslovakia. Under Communist rule the same design was often manufactured in three scaled versions to cater for varying bulb wattage. The country is also famed for its beautiful glassware, with both wall and ceiling opaline glass lights often being used in public and residential settings, such as housing blocks and schools.

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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 screw (E27) lamp holder. If you would like an E26 lamp holder (USA), please just ask.

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305mm (glass) mm
130 mm
4.5 kg
330 mm
330 mm
Black | Clear

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

Lights for life

As well as offering a lifetime guarantee that includes repairs, our Full Circle buy-back scheme gives you the opportunity to trade-in your skinflint lights. It keeps vintage lights in use forever - helping you and our planet.

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Light Bulbs

Why we recommend using energy-saving LED light bulbs in all of our vintage lights.

Shipping

Our UK and international shipping and our no quibble return options explained.

Applications

Where our lights can be used internally and externally, including bathrooms and IP ratings.

Certifications

Our UK Lighting Industry Association (LIA), British Standards and UL certifications.

B-Corp

Everything you need to know about B Corps - explained.

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A quick word from our customers

Superb light

An absolutely beautiful light. Arrived promptly and immaculately packaged. Very efficient service, I am extremely pleased with my purchase. Many thanks.

- Jo | Essex | UK

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I've been admiring your lights for a while and the great work you guys do bringing them back to life... My Eastern Bloc LED light is now up and it's beautiful. Thanks for restoring such beautiful lights.

- John | Kerry | Ireland

US shipment within days

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- Leslie | Florida | US

I love your vintage lights

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- Nicholas | Colorado | US