Vintage mid century ergon desk or table lamp industrial look, fully working. Although originally this lamp was a heat or medical lamp ( has now been converted to a table lamp fully working but we do not guarantee electrical items and therefore must be pat tested by a electrician). Some age related wear. Very heavy, great looking item, adjustable.
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48 cm tall
33 cm round ( lamp shade)
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The history of the Ergon lamp primarily refers to its use as a vintage industrial and medical lamp from companies like Ergon Electrical Manufacturing Co., based in London. The company manufactured these lamps, often with adjustable, heavy-duty industrial designs, dating back to around the 1930s and continuing into the mid-20th century. Many existing Ergon lamps were originally infra-red heat lamps, but have since been rewired and repurposed for use as desk lamps.
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Original use: Ergon lamps were originally manufactured as a type of medical infra-red heat lamp, designed to be therapeutic.
Manufacturer: The company, Ergon Electrical Manufacturing Co., was based in London and produced these lamps.
Timeline: The designs have roots in the 1930s, with examples from the 1940s and 1960s still in circulation.
Repurposing: Due to modern health and safety regulations, many were converted from their original medical use into desk or work lamps. This involves rewiring them for standard electrical use with modern components.
Design: These lamps are known for their sturdy, industrial design, often featuring heavy-duty aluminum shades and steel bases.
Examples: Vintage Ergon lamps can be found in various forms, including floor-standing medical lamps and smaller desk lamps.