1940’s english black enamel factory lamps – 10 inch. Good early gec enamelled pendant lamps. Gec, or the general electric company, had a significant history in the development of lighting in britain. Founded in 1886, it was a major electrical component manufacturer and a large supplier of lighting for various applications, including industrial, commercial, and even street lighting. Made from spun and enamelled steel with simple domed tops. The lamps were covered in paint, grease and dirt which was removed to reveal lamps in exceptional original condition. Each lamp has been cleaned and restored and all 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. Included: each lamp comes completely wired and ready to install including; 2 metres of black silk covered electrical cable and a ceiling rose as shown. 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 can be wired for compliance in the us or any global market. 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:1940's maker:industrial production – gec dimensions:24cm(w) x 24cm(l) x 25cm(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.