Dugdills 'Bench Standard' Lamp
Fantastic example of the classic Dugdills desk lamp used by factory workers. c.1930
Found with a thick covering of rust, this lamp has been cleaned sympathetically to show signs of it's age and heritage. Some remnants of old paint visible - waxed to preserve. Base plate stamped with Dugdills maker's mark. Dugdills catalogue labels this lamp as the Bench Standard.
Rewired with 2m of black twist flex and BS 3-pin plug.
About the maker
The company was formed in the late 19th century in Manchester by John Dugdill - an electrical engineer. Many of the lamps designed and produced by Dugdills graced workshop machinery such as lathes and illuminated workbenches in their thousands. Even so, they were made to last a lifetime of use and were designed to be beautiful. The earlier variants of Dugdills lamps feature a 'rosette' or 'cog' tightening wheel at the joint allowing the lamp to be locked into any position. Customers could request their lamps in a variety of finishes including painted, oxy-copper or nickel plated and brass.
Dimensions
Diameter: 100mm
Height: 1000mm
Weight: 4kg
