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Tall Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp
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Tall Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 December 2025 · Lancaster Antiques
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Description

Circa 1910-1930 a fine quality adjustable desk lamp in very good condition. This and the other identical one we have for sale, may have been made by the old GEC company (General Electrical Co) who were known for this particular design.

It weighs 4.4kgs and still has the original weighted base stamped No 4. The lamp has been rewired using flex cable and fitted with an online switch.

It measures 61cm in height, the base is 16cm in diameter and the length of the arm as shown in the first photograph is 27cm.

We attach some of the many original glass shades we have, please ask to check what is still available.

Postage and packing for the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA917811
Dealers Internal Reference
1746
Description
Circa 1910-1930 a fine quality adjustable desk lamp in very good condition.
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This and the other identical one we have for sale, may have been made by the old GEC company (General Electrical Co) who were known for this particular design.
Lancaster Antiques
fig 1. A polished brass adjustable desk lamp featuring a weighted circular base, a slender stem, and an articulated arm.
fig 1. Tall Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp

It weighs 4.4kgs and still has the original weighted base stamped No 4. The lamp has been rewired using flex cable and fitted with an online switch.

It measures 61cm in height, the base is 16cm in diameter and the length of the arm as shown in the first photograph is 27cm.

fig 2. A polished brass adjustable desk lamp featuring a weighted circular base, a slender stem, and an articulated arm.
fig 2. Tall Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp

We attach some of the many original glass shades we have, please ask to check what is still available.

Postage and packing for the UK mainland only is included in the price and for outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery quote.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Brass Adjustable Desk Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA917811
Dealers Internal Ref
1746
Lancaster Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2012
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A polished brass adjustable desk lamp featuring a weighted circular base, a slender stem, and an articulated arm.
TALL BRASS ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP
Ref: SA917811
A polished brass adjustable desk lamp featuring a weighted circular base, a slender stem, and an articulated arm.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsWeighted circular base, Articulated arm, Turned brass stem, Hanging ring finial
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Adjustable metal desk lamps gained popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as workspaces evolved to require focused, direct task lighting for clerical and scholarly tasks.

Authentic period pieces are typically constructed from solid cast or spun brass, featuring mechanical joints, weighted bases for stability, and threaded components assembled by hand.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy construction weight, tool marks from casting, traditional wiring channels, patination appropriate to the metals age, and period-correct screw fittings rather than modern welded joints.

This piece functions effectively as a task light on a timber writing desk or as a contrasting metallic accent on a sideboard, blending functional utility with classical warmth.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive polishes that strip the natural ageing or patination, and consult a professional electrician if rewiring is necessary.
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