Name: Vintage Czech opaline lights (V1)
Brand: skinflint
SKU: 15_2181
Price: 400.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Origin: Czechoslovakia (former)

Much of the lighting we salvage and restore from the former Eastern Bloc was produced in the manufacturing powerhouses of former Czechoslovakia. Under Communist rule the same design was often manufactured in three scaled versions to cater for varying bulb wattage. The country is also famed for its beautiful glassware, with both wall and ceiling opaline glass lights often being used in public and residential settings, such as housing blocks and schools.

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Restoration

Different materials require different processes. At skinflint we are fascinated by interesting surfaces and patinas, that’s why we tend not to repaint our lights as this can make them look too ‘new’ and they lose some of their of individuality. During the restoration, ferrous metals such as iron and steel will usually have a clear lacquer powder-coated onto the surface to prevent oxidisation. All forms of surface sealing are designed to protect and enhance the surface of the lights.

Product details

Each light is supplied with 2no. new screw (E27) lamp holders. Suitable for use as both wall and ceiling fittings.

Diameter:	330 mm
Length:	n/a mm
Height:	160 mm
Width:	n/a mm
Weight:	1.6 kg
Colour:	White \| Gun Metal Grey

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Supplied tested to BS EN60598. Converted for use in the US and worldwide. IP20 for internal use only.

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Title

Vintage Czech opaline lights (V1)

Description

Salvaged from a disused factory in former Czechoslovakia, these 1950s ceiling lights were manufactured by the powers of the Eastern Bloc and witnessed a tumultuous time in history. A hemispherical opaline glass shade provides an even glow when lit, contrasting with a brushed steel and bakelite wall plate. Great ambient lighting for lounges, bedrooms and kitchens.

Each light is supplied with 2no. new screw (E27) lamp holders. Suitable for use as both wall and ceiling fittings.

Dimensions

Diameter:	330 mm
Length:	n/a mm
Height:	160 mm
Width:	n/a mm
Weight:	1.6 kg

Colour

White | Gun Metal Grey

Quantity Remaining

19

Unit Price

£400.00 + VAT

notes

Supplied tested to BS EN60598. Converted for use in the US and worldwide. IP20 for internal use only.

Reference

15_2181

Title

Vintage Czech opaline lights (V1)

Description

Salvaged from a disused factory in former Czechoslovakia, these 1950s ceiling lights were manufactured by the powers of the Eastern Bloc and witnessed a tumultuous time in history. A hemispherical opaline glass shade provides an even glow when lit, contrasting with a brushed steel and bakelite wall plate. Great ambient lighting for lounges, bedrooms and kitchens.

Each light is supplied with 2no. new screw (E27) lamp holders. Suitable for use as both wall and ceiling fittings.

Dimensions

Diameter:	330 mm
Length:	n/a mm
Height:	160 mm
Width:	n/a mm
Weight:	1.6 kg

Colour

White | Gun Metal Grey

Quantity Remaining

19

Unit Price

£400.00 + VAT

notes

Supplied tested to BS EN60598. Converted for use in the US and worldwide. IP20 for internal use only.

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Beautiful little ceiling plate. Elegant. Functional. Well made. Simple to install. Top quality. Excellent condition. Excellent

- Jonny | East Sussex | UK

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I have never received a more beautifully packaged item, the light itself is wonderful and we are very pleased.

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Love the lights, love your ethos. Absolutely what more companies need to be doing. I have my Retro Czech Ceiling Lights (V2) in my dining room and the spray of light they give off is gorgeous and unusual.

- Jenny | Lincolnshire | UK

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