Schenectady, NY U.S.A., 1870s, Massive Thomson Enclosed Arc Lamp for General Electric Co. Very early arc electric hanging light dating back to the start of electrical lighting. This pendant has a rich, beautiful japanned finish over heavy gauge copper construction. It is fitted with an early hand-blown opaline glass globe. Fully rewired with a standard Edison socket. Rare, fine example.
H: 25 in., Globe Dia: 12 in.
$1600