Dan Johnson's Antique Lighting Museum: DJ408
A few examples of antique Gas, Kerosene and Oil Conversion Electric Pendants follow.
These rare gas, kerosene and oil pendants have been converted to electricity.
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Very Rare Gas Pendant with Original Morning Glory Shade #P111501C: c.1890. This old gas fixture has been restored for electricity and is OK up to 150 watts. It measures 32.5" in length with a diameter of 12". The shade has a diameter of 7". Notice the quality of the hand acid etch process. The Morning Glories and leaves are beautiful - excellent detail.


     

Opalescent Vaseline Glass Pendant #P12404A: c.1880. Was originally an oil lamp. Note not only the beautiful glass but also the detailed brass. This lamp has a total length of 25" with a shade diameter of about 6".


       

c.1870 Cherub "Pull Down" Pendant #P102003B: This is a fine example of an early kerosene lamp. Note the detail of the acid etched shade and solid brass fixture. A rare find. This lamp is about 29" in length with a diameter of 10".


   

Gas Harp Pendant with Rare Opalescent Basket Weave/Diamond Optic Shade #P121201C: The old blue basket weave shade has a golden cream glow. Beautiful. The solid brass fixture is 22.5" in length and is about 12" in width. Golden brown patina. Wired for electricity.

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