Vintage 1964 Poole Pottery By Robert Jefferson Table Lamp "HELIOS" (Denim & Cream) (Price Per Lamp)

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PLEASE NOTE:

lumenowl lamps do not ship with lampshades, unless expressly stated. Lamps are modelled with a variety of shades to give a prospective buyer an idea of what might work in terms of size, shape and colour. If the shade modelled is available for purchase, the link to the third party seller is provided in the listing.

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*PRICE IS PER LAMP*



INTRO:



These gorgeous, vintage 'Helios' lamps, created by Poole Pottery visionary Robert Jefferson in 1964, are quintessential British modernism. Finished in a beautiful glossy denim blue glaze with intricate cream relief patterning on all sides, these tiny lamps prove beautiful things come in small packages.


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A BIT OF HISTORY:



The enduring legacy of Poole Pottery is almost as dynamic as the vast, fabulously varied range of ceramics it produced. The company that eventually became known as Poole Pottery began life in 1873 as Carter & Company. By the mid-1880's, the company had established itself as a major player in ceramics marketplace, and was considered a serious competitor to even the most established ceramicists.



Despite changing times and tastes, the company endlessly adapted, surviving the financial and creative vacuums of both world wars. Sensing the seismic cultural and artistic shifts of the 1960's, the company formed a separate design studio, headed by designer Robert Jefferson, who worked in conjunction with artists Tony Morris and Guy Sydenham. The trio designed and produced stunning, avant-garde works (including the Helios lamp series) that remain highly sought after to this day. By 1963, the company officially rebranded as 'Poole Pottery'.



Poole was sold at some of the world's most luxurious outlets, including Harrods, Selfridges and New York's own Bloomingdales. Sadly, like so many ceramicists before and after, Poole Pottery began losing money during the 1980's, and were simply unable to capture the same level of interest they once had so effortlessly commanded. Despite a flurry of buyouts and cash injections, Poole Pottery all but collapsed by the mid-2000's. In 2011, Poole Pottery was taken over by Denby Pottery.



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CONDITION:



Both bases are in stunning vintage condition, with the rich, matte glaze still incredibly potent.

There's some fleabites to the underside of the lamps, but these are completely invisible when the lamp is in situ. There's also some moderate fading at some of the corner edges, but this simply adds to the vintage charm.



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THE TECHNICAL BIT:



HELIOS have had all existing vintage electrical components removed, and now feature new, high quality, machine milled E14/SES brass lamp holders, extended slightly from the base to ensure maximum visibility once lampshades are added.



Each lamp has been rewired with luxurious quality bark coloured linen and rayon covered cable in a fantastic zig-zag pattern, featuring high quality white inline rocker switches 20cm from the lamp base (with another 1m from the switch to the matching white UK 3-pin plug). A newly added internal cord grip keeps the cable sturdily in place. The metal lamp holders are earthed using three-core cable, and each lamp has been thoroughly PAT tested and approved (with a sticker affixed near the plug to show the PASS status). Components comprise of a British-made and certified lamp holders and plugs, and Italian-made cable and switches, which have passed or exceeded relevant CE and EU electrical integrity tests.



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DIMENSIONS:



Height: 19cm



Width: 9.5cm



Depth: 9.5cm



Weight: 1KG (Each)



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LAMPSHADES:



If you're looking for a perfect shade to match your new lumenowl lamp, look no further than Etsy! The exact shade(s) modelled on the lamp can be found here:



littleredrobinco

20cm Neutral Linen Drum: 

https://etsy.me/30CuUmW



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INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:



Whilst lumenowl lamps are by default wired for the UK market, I am more than happy to adapt for use the world over! Please get in touch prior to placing your order so I can advise on additional costs.



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EUROPEAN BUYERS:



lumenowl lamps are configured with both the UK and European market in mind, utilising E27/E14 lamp holders and inline on/off switches. Should you wish to purchase a lamp for use in mainland Europe, I will replace the UK 3-pin plug with that of the version native to your country free of charge. The lamp will then undergo another PAT test.



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NORTH AMERICAN BUYERS:



If you're purchasing from the Americas or Canada, I'll need to take additional steps to ensure your new lamp works as though you'd bought it locally. The cost to convert one lamp in this way is £20/$25, which can be added upfront to the listing price prior to purchase. The fee includes the following work:

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-The removal of the EU/UK E27/ES brass lamp holder and replacing it with that of a brass US UL-certified E26 version.

-If the lamp features a EU/UK E14 lamp holder, I will either provide a small brass E14 to E12 adapter or swap the holder for an imported black Bakelite E12 version, enabling the use of standard US E12/Candelabra bulbs.


-The fitting of a harp saddle to facilitate the addition of a harp and subsequently a lampshade.


-The stripping out of existing cabling and rewiring the lamp with white, UL-certified 2-core cable with a moulded 2-prong US plug and inline on/off switch.



The lamp will then undergo another PAT test.



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SHIPPING:



Every item is professionally wrapped, packaged and sent via UPS on a fully trackable service.



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DISCLAIMER:



Please note, when purchasing vintage glassware, earthenware, ceramics and wood etc., some age-related signs of wear such are to be expected. These include, but are not limited to; fine surface scratches/scuff marks, superficial chips, colour aberrations and dulling of parts that have been exposed to abrasive treatment. I ensure I list any aesthetic faults in both the descriptions and photographs, but please always satisfy yourself the item you are purchasing matches the description, of which the photographs form part of.