This vintage table lamp is crafted from genuine Alacite glass, a famous ivory-colored glass developed by the Mantle Lamp Company under the Aladdin brand. The lamp features an elegant candlestick column design adorned with molded leaf detailing that rises from a sturdy, ribbed circular base. It has been re-wired with a period-appropriate, twisted cloth-covered cord. A beautiful example of mid-century lighting design, this lamp is perfect for a desk, console table, or bedside nightstand. A feature of this specific piece is its ability to glow a vibrant neon green when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. This is due to the inclusion of small amounts of uranium oxide in the original glass mixture, a common practice among early 20th-century glassmakers.
The Aladdin Mantle Lamp Company, originally founded in 1908 in Chicago, Illinois, is widely celebrated for its high-quality home lighting products. While famous for its non-electric kerosene lamps, the company expanded into electric lighting and innovative glassware production during the mid-20th century. Aladdin introduced its proprietary Alacite glass formula in 1938, using uranium as a colorant until 1942, when the U.S. government restricted the material for the World War II war effort. Because post-war production formulas omitted this ingredient, authentic glowing pieces like this lamp are highly prized by collectors for their historical significance, craftsmanship, and unique properties.
Materials: Glass
Manufacturer: Mantle Lamp Company
Style: Art Deco
Condition*: Good
Dimensions: Top of Finial 12.5", Top of Socket 12.5", Width 3.5"
Approx Weight: 1.0lbs.
Lamp Shade Included: No
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New- Brand-new, unused item, not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear.
Excellent- Like new or has never been used. Absolutely no scratches or wear. Has no structural issues and is in perfect condition.
Good- Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
Fair- Shows light scratches and wear from previous use but remains in fair condition. May have some structural issues, including minor instability.
Distressed- Visible signs of previous use that may include scratches, gouges, cracks and fissures and worn corners. May have significant losses, fading or structural instability.
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