This was the first ever retractable blade ceiling fan to exist in history and an amazing example of Industrial ingenuity. Made from the 1920s-1930s. When the fan turns on, the centrifugal force causes the blades to extend outwards until fully opened, when turned off, the blades will slowly huddle back into the centre, hiding behind […]

Lord & Taylor has been a 5th Avenue landmark for over 100 years. This flagship store was an important part of “The Avenue” and will be missed. The store’s exterior was Landmarked but not the interior… So these lamps were the only original items from the building that were sold. They were located on the […]

When Westchester’s new Nashville style bar The Eagle Saloon wanted just the right look  they came to us. We located 6 huge marquee theater lamps  for their 40 foot bar. We even supplied the neon signs and antiques that cover the wall as well as a huge tin eagle for their street sign and logo. […]

It took a weeks of work to bring these amazing survivors back to life. How did they last over 150 years together without breaking. The original delicate Amethyst tinted glass is what makes them so special. The glass is wavy and hand blown. We are not sure if this originally was gas or liquid fuel. […]

Michael Bruno is the founder of Tastemakers Guide, Valley Rock Inn & Mountain Club, and 1stdibs.com the world’s leading online destination for art and design. Michael is recognized globally for changing the way high-end purchases are made by using the internet. 1stdibs now has operations in 18 countries. Michael came up with the idea for […]

We have a few of these impressive sconces in stock and they are priced per lamp. The solid brass curved arm is a nice heavy casting. The flared milk glass shade is thick glass with a reverse dome fitted to the bottom. The dome covers the bulb so there is no glair and completes the […]

This is an identical pair of authentic early 20th century cast bronze double New York City subway station ceiling fixtures.They were designed and fabricated specifically for the subway by the Russell And Stoll Company. of new york city, ny. several variations of this fixture were used in new york’s subway stations. We have a matching […]

I’ve been doing this a while and in all the years I rarely get my hands on an example one like this. The mirrored ring of reflectors has a 35 inch diameter. All the original mirrors are there with no replacements and a wonderful rustic patina. The chained and perfectly balanced counter weight works smoothly […]

This lamp is totally unique there is nothing out there like it. It takes a single standard bulb that appears larger in the thick magnifying glass. With an antique style filament bulb the look is mesmerizing. Each glass lens is almost 2 inches thick. The lamp was inspired by and has the feel of early […]

We are always on the lookout for early Pullman Car Lanterns. We must have a dozen different styles restored or sitting in our warehouse waiting. If you are looking to buy or sell contact Dan Erenberg at… 914-224-4855 or dan@earlyelectrics.com