Antique Nautical Spotlight c.1940
ABOUT
An original antique salvaged aluminum nautical spotlight from a working ship at sea. Can be hung directly from the ceiling. Four dogs secure the front lid onto the light fixture for easy changing of the bulb. A handle on top of the light that allows you to tilt the light.
This light has been rewired with a UL-Listed bulb fixture, wiring and on/off switch so you can easily plug it into a wall outlet. The bulb base is rated up to 250 volts and 660 watts. This light takes a medium base bulb of 100 watts or less.
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CREATOR Unknown.
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940.
- MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Metal, Steel, Glass.
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CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
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DIMENSIONS H 23 in. W 19 in. D 14 in. Base Diameter: 7.5 in.
HISTORY
Signal lamps were invented in the late 19th century by Arthur Cyril Webb Aldis. They are often referred to as Aldis lamps or Morse lamps. A floodlight like this would have been used on the masthead of the ship, or perhaps on a pedestal, to communicate to other vessels via signals. These lights were used during the day and at night.
