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XL Hungarian Industrial Lighting (v2)

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XL Hungarian Industrial Lighting
Reference 21_3510

XL Hungarian Industrial Lighting (v2)

Era: 1950s Origin: Hungary

This large run of imposing statement pendants began life in Hungary, illuminating railways in the 1950s. A large two-part vitreous enamelled shade makes these true statement pieces, with a polished aluminium gallery and bezel, and a glass lens. Circular vents and manufacturer's marks to the upper shade add to the industrial aesthetic. Great in multiples for visual impact in offices, studios, kitchens, bars and restaurants.

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A group of XL Hungarian Industrial Lighting
The top section and gallery of an XL Hungarian Industrial Pendant
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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Restoration

Wherever possible we retain the original finish of a light in respect to its authentic history and heritage. However, sometimes leaving a surface as we find it just isn’t possible.These pendants have been restored in our workshops: first soda blasted to remove their degraded surface; then polished to add shine and grain, bringing out the light’s character through surface and patina. This also highlights any original manufacturer’s casting details.

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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, wire suspension or an E26 lamp holder for use in the USA, please just ask).

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445 mm
570 mm
7.33 kg
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Black | Silver

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

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