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Vintage Czech opaline pendant lights (V1)

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Vintage Czech opaline pendant lights (V1)

Era: 1950s Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

These elegant 1950s pendants began their journey in a school in former Czechoslovakia. A glass opaline globe gives an even glow of illumination when lit, contrasting against a silver cable suspended upper gallery. A great addition to circulation and lounge areas in homes as well as commercial projects.

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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

In the mid 20th century, lights were designed with care and made to last. The work we do at skinflint is based on respecting and preserving the heritage of each vintage piece we salvage. This ensures every light we reclaim lives on to tell its tale: from its original use, to how it came to be salvaged and restored. The next chapter of the story is up to you...

Product details

Supplied with a new screw (E27) lamp holder, 2mtrs of stainless steel braided cable and ceiling mounting plate. (If you would prefer another colour cable, or an E26 lamp holder for use in the USA, please just ask).

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400 mm
2.2 kg
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300 mm
White | Silver

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

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A quick word from our customers

Chapel opaline light

Arrived next day, beautifully packaged and perfect for my own chapel renovation!

- Kate | Powys | UK

Versatile light

Great light. It looks very smart. I was initially worried that it might be slightly big for the room (we don't have high ceilings) but it looks great and I am really pleased with it.

- Carineh | Oxfordshire | UK

It’s been a pleasure working with you!

I’ve had a difficult time communicating with multiple European-based companies for different projects. skinflint were wonderful and extremely punctual, even with the time difference!

- Monique | USA | Commercial client

Beautiful condition

I received everything in beautiful condition. Thanks. I'll share pictures after they have been installed.

- Melissa | New Orleans | USA