Antique 1930's Geni GP45 Reading/Bedside/Table Lamp "GENI" (Includes Bulb)

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INTRO:

As soon as I saw this original 1930's art-deco syled lamp, I knew I wanted to restore it and bring it up to code. It's not dissimilar in shape and style from an infamous green glass bankers lamp, but is constructed entirely from opaque Bakelite. Originally, the hood/shade would have spun a full 360 degrees, but due to age the mechanism was worn, and it has now been permanently fixed in place as-is.

The underside of the lamp contains runs to enable it to be wall mounted, making it a fantastic prospect for a bedside.

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A BIT OF HISTORY:

Very little information now exists on lamp designer Geni, or their distributing partner Lustro Distributors Ltd. Suffice to say, both companies were founded in the late 1880's, and Lustro in particular were distributors of primarily stainless steel and Bakelite homewares and accessories. Geni appear to have primarily been manufacturers of industrial and commercial lighting, but at some point did move production into the household lighting range. Companies House show both companies were long dissolved or absorbed by the late 1950's.

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CONDITION:

The lamp has been entirely disassembled and thoroughly cleaned, removing many decades of compacted dust and grime. The custard-y colour of the Bakelite is very quaint, and looks fantastic when lit up, providing a diffused, soft glow. Rather miraculously, given its age, there's no cracks or chips in the Bakelite, just some expected surface scratches and fading. It's really impossible to imagine it looking far better - a true survivor!

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THE TECHNICAL BIT:

GENI has been fully restored from the original 1930's lamp. In place of the original, extremely aged Bakelite B22/Bayonet lamp holder now sits a high quality, machine-milled nickel E14/SES version (far more appropriate for a lamp of this size, but this lamp was produced LONG before the use of E14 and E27 bulbs became commonplace), making the lamp compatible with bulbs sold in the UK, Europe and beyond. The interior of the base features a new cord grip, which keeps the cable safely and securely in place.

The original pushbutton switch has been replaced with a new version, with a brass collar to add a little more aesthetic interest to the lamp base.

All existing, vintage cabling has been removed, and GENI has been fully rewired with luxurious quality bark coloured linen and rayon covered cable in a fantastic zig-zag pattern, with 1.5m of flex to the UK 3-pin plug. The metal lamp holder is earthed using three-core cable, and the 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.

The lamp includes a 4w amber-tinted E14 LED G45 2700K globe bulb, which provides warm but bright light, and creates fantastic up and downlighting through the Bakelite shade. However, the lamp is also compatible with C35 candle bulbs, and would make a fantastic candidate for an E14 LED Smart Bulb, to create really atmospheric mood lighting.

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SPECIFICATIONS:

Height: 18cm
Width: 27cm
Depth: 11cm
Weight: 1KG

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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:

- 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.