Telescopic Brass Standard Lamp

Another lamp from our own collection that is now surplus to current requirements. It was purchased from a specialist marine lamp dealer back in 1992. We are unsure of its origins but we were told at the time it had come from a cruise liner. We would estimate it dates from the early 20th century but it carries no makers details or patent numbers to help us to identify age more closely. It weighs in at a hefty 8.4 kilos so I would think with such a heavy base the story could well be true and its classic lines have always been much admired in the 23 years we have owned it. It is in very good original condition with the odd very small knock and bump commensurate with age. The weighted base is cast iron but otherwise brass throughout. We have always found it very versatile in domestic use in that the stem is telescopic and the knurled brass connector is a locking device when the required height requirement has been established. The fully retracted height to top of bulb fitting is 51 1/2" (131 cm). Extended from base to same point it is a massive 73 1/2" (186 cm). The brass base is 13" diameter (34 cm). It has 3 knob feet with can be screwed in or out to compensate for uneven floors. The brass is not lacquered and we polish up occasionally which brings it back to a really good shine. The lamp holder has a standard bayonet fitting and is switched. The lamp had been rewired when we bought it with new period style braided wire fitted with a fused 12 amp plug. The lamp shade shown in our pictures is for display purposes only and is not included in the sale but if any purchaser would like it we are happy to include on a complementary basis but this may need to be despatched in a separate box to avoid transit damage. In view of the weight of this item please check shipping costs to your destination before ordering and more detailed photographs are available on request