The Holophane Company | Large & Rare “Satellite” Lantern | England c.1900
£695.00
Product Code: JAL1181A Holophane Company satellite lantern made in their distinctive “Blondel” & “Stiletto” prism glass. This lantern is a larger than traditional size and designed with rare 2 part glass sections signed Holophane. The lamp maintains the original clips, signed gallery and has replacement chain & ceiling rose for suspension. England c.1900
Dimensions/Specifications:
- Ht.(as displayed)80cm/31.5in, Ht. (lantern)26/10, W.30/12
- supplied with 3in Diameter ceiling rose
- Height reducible
- Height extendable for an additional charge
Not Included:
- 1 x B.22 (8w) L.E.D GLS Bulb (Available to purchase in our accessories department)
- Screw fixings
The Holophane Company, U.K, U.S.A & France
- In 1893, André Blondel invents the prismatic glass molding, on the principle of the Fresnel lens. The invention is patented under the name “Holophane” whose Greek roots mean “harmonious distribution of light”.
- In 1898, Otis Mygatt, an American businessman, buys the patent and creates two companies on each side of the Atlantic for the production and sale of Holophane products.
- Holophane Glass Co. (USA): manufacturing / sales, and Holophane Limited (UK)
- The year 1920 sees the birth of “Holophane SA” in France. The English company (Holophane Limited) joins forces with a French industrialist to create a production site and installs glassware in Les Andelys. Holophane SA is born.