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1903 Welsbach Gas Lamp With Super Rare 20 Inch Flat Milk Glass Shade

$2,200
£1,660.13
€1,931.99
CA$3,105.81
A$3,116.67
CHF 1,817.68
MX$37,894.88
NOK 20,886.93
SEK 21,481.14
DKK 14,442.61

About the Item

I have not found a 20 inch diameter flat milk glass shade in over 15 years. For collectors they are considered a Holy Grail of early industrial lighting. The lamp is signed Welsbach Lighting Company and has been wired to take four E26 bulbs.
  • Creator:
    Welsbach Lamp Co (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Style:
    Industrial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1903
  • Condition:
    Rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Peekskill, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU883849355222

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