Merchant House Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.
This “hood” opens out to allow the head to be placed inside. It has further adjustment to its angle.

Original blower now missing, but please see 1930 photograph showing a very similar one in operation......the lady looks a little apprehensive....perhaps the carefully placed fire extinguisher nearby doesn’t give her much confidence!?!

Now converted to a floor standing lamp with a large led filament bulb where your head should be!....wired to current regulations and Pat tested.
Measurements below are the maximum ones.
The “Hood” measures roughly 50 cm wide and 30 cm deep.
The “footprint” of base is approximately 37 by 37 cms.
Merchant House Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.
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