A pair of “steampunk” table lamps fashioned from a machine-age, wooden foundry mold dating to the early 20^th century. Both bear hand-carved numerical designations—91N and 92N, resp.—that betoken their common origin. The wood remains in “as-found” condition and has aged naturally through the years, with nothing being done to alter its appearance or texture. Please inspect the photos closely to make sure that you find nothing objectionable; our advice would be to leave them as they are. Note: the height of the socket is adjustable up and down via a set screw on the brass tube.

Such old foundry molds are increasingly hard to find as people scoop them up for their value as “found art”—to use as wall or freestanding sculptures, shelves, or, believe it or not, as furniture. They have become decorative reminders of the nation’s more industrial past.

Since these photos were taken, the lamps have been paired with shades (. . .whose dimensions are not reflected in the below details).

DETAILS

Designer – UNKNOWN

Design Period/Year – 1920s

Maker – UNKNOWN

Production Period/Year – 1920s

Origin – USA

Styles/Movements – INDUSTRIAL; MODERN; RUSTIC

Materials – WOOD

Colors – BLACK, BRASS, BROWN

Shade – INCLUDED

Power – UP TO 120V (US STANDARD), CORDED, TYPE “A” PLUG

Condition – The foundry mold was well-used before it was converted into lamps. The rustic quality was intentionally preserved; restoration is not advised.

Dimensions – 9 ½" W × 7 ¼" D × 26 ½" H