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Massive Thomson Enclosed Arc Light

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

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