VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

VTG MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp c. 1930 RESTORED and CONVERTED

Offered here is a rare lamp of extreme machine age design. Manufactured in the 1930′s, this Mercolite lamp was originally a mercury vapor heat lamp. It has been professionally converted to accept a standard medium Edison base light bulb, and operates as a lamp only. The copper reflective shade provides a warm light, highlighting the streamlined base. The shade portion pivots up and down by way of a wingnut joint. This lamp is in excellent working order. Most all external parts have been professionally plated in contrasting chrome and copper. The two aluminum end caps for the copper shade have been polished. The original porcelain heat bulb socket has been refurbished with a new porcelain medium Edison base socket. The original rotary switch has been refurbished with new like kind. The power cord has been replaced with reproduction rayon covered twisted type cord and appointed with a new vintage style plug. All internal wiring is new. A new felt has been applied to the underside of the base. This lamp accepts a standard medium Edison base light bulb. A long tube type light bulb would be ideal (refer to photo #5). An LED type bulb is recommended to minimize heat transfer to the metal shade. Light bulb is not included. Dimensions are as follows: Height to top of neck: 11″ Height with shade fully upright: 15″ Shade width: 8.75″ Base length: 7″ Base Width: 5.5 NOTED FLAWS – Upon close inspection, the following flaws can be observed: -One of the aluminum end caps for the copper shade shows some distortion -There is a superficial scratch on the back of the copper shade General and critical photos have been provided and are a part of the description for this offering. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Lamps, Lighting\Lamps”. The seller is “collectingbydesign” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
  • Antique: Yes
  • Power Source: Corded Electric
  • Color: Silver
  • Year Manufactured: 1930
  • Material: Chrome, Copper, Metal
  • Number of Lights: 1
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Brand: Mercolite
  • Type: Table Lamp
  • Manufacturer: Mercolite
  • Style: Art Deco
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1949
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Finish: Polished Chrome

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED

Womens Clothing & Accessories. Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED. Offered here is a rare lamp of extreme machine age design. Manufactured in the 1930s, this Mercolite lamp was originally. A mercury vapor heat lamp. It has been professionally. Converted to accept a standard edison light bulb, and operates as. The copper reflective shade provides a warm light. Highlighting the streamlined base. The shade portion pivots up. And down by way of a wingnut joint. Is in excellent working order. Ll external parts have been professionally triple chrome or copper plated. The original porcelain heat bulb socket has been replaced with a new porcelain. The original rotary switch has been replaced with new like kind. The power cord has been replaced with reproduction rayon covered twisted type cord and appointed with a vintage plug. Original bottom felt has been replaced with new, like kind. This lamp accepts a standard Edison light bulb. Dimensions are as follows. Height to top of neck: 11. Height with shade fully upright: 15. Shade width: 8.75. Base Width: 5.5. General and critical photos have been provided and are a part of the description. See other vintage Sconces from CollectingByDesign. _gsrx_vers_841 GS 7.0.16 (841). The item “Vintage 1930s MERCOLITE Machine Age Deco Mercury Lamp RESTORED AND CONVERTED” is in sale since Tuesday, November 20, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Lamps, Lighting\Lamps\ Electric\Table Lamps”. The seller is “collectingbydesign” and is located in Catonsville, Maryland. This item can be shipped to United States.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Maker: Mercolite

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