Lancaster Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
The labels read: Pat Aug 15 1916
Emeralite
Desk Lamp
No. 8734
H G McFaddin & Co.
New York
USA
They measure 30cm in height, each with a 17.5 square, heavy base. They have an adjustable fitting to change the angle of the light.
We decided to leave the two wires that fix the shades into position on the top of the lamps (shown in photo 1) in case the buyer want to source the original style shades. Alternatively, a good electrician could convert the top of the lamps to allow other glass shades to be used. Reproduction dark green or cream glass shades especially designed for Banker's lamps are available in this country.
We have had the lamps rewired to UK specifications using flex cable and fitted with an online switch.
We have only lightly polished the brass to show the lovely Art Nouveau design on the bases, but not had them professionally polished as some of customers prefer us to leave items as they are.
They can be viewed and collected from us in Surrey by appointment as we no longer trade through a retail outlet and the lamps are very heavy. If they buyer can arrange collection we will pack them safely and offer a discount on the price.
For delivery both here in the UK and abroad, please contact us for a quote at lancasterantiques@ymail.com. Thank you.
Lancaster Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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DATED 1916 PAIR McFADDIN EMERALITE BANKERS LAMPS
