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1950’s workshop task lamp by mek elek. The lamp was produced by mek elek, the company was founded in mitcham …
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1950’s workshop task lamp by mek elek. The lamp was produced by mek elek, the company was founded in mitcham surrey in 1931 by h.c. Cooper, their key product was the mek elite or mekelite – a light specifically designed for use in factories with it’s highly adjustable heavy duty arm.
the lamp has been cleaned and restored but we have left the history and character, and all electrical components have been removed and replaced with modern european ce standard components to bs en 60598. The lamp is individually tested and labelled to bs en 60598. The lamp comes completely wired and ready to use as shown. We have mounted the lamp on a small slab of salvaged iroko which is counter weighted underneath. The lamp is fitted with a standard e27 threaded lamp holder for which a wide range of modern and vintage style filament bulbs are widely available. We do not currently sell bulbs and recommend led bulbs 6w maximum. The lamp is currently wired and fitted for uk and eu compliance.
workshop report: we take electrical safety very seriously, our workshop team inspect every product and carry out any needed repairs to ensure that every lamp leaves us serviced and maintained ready for many more years of life. Each lamp has been cleaned and restored and all original electrical components have been removed and replaced with modern european ce standard components to bs en 60598. Each lamp is individually tested and labelled to bs en 60598. Each lamp comes completely wired. Date:1950's maker:handmade – england dimensions:20cm(w) x 28cm(l) x 105cm(h) this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution,
up to 250v (europe/uk standard).the wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.
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- Dimensions
- 11.02ʺW × 7.87ʺD × 41.34ʺL
- Period
- 1950s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs\. Restored less
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