Vintage Space-Age Rise and Fall Pendant Light, 1970s

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

Vintage, mid-century, space age, industrial-style, rise and fall pendant lamp in the shape of a flying saucer, made of brushed aluminum with a cup-shaped ceiling mount, retractable cord and separate pull handle, circa 1970's.

This piece features its original, oval-shaped, silver-colored, pull handle (ring), which enables one to modify the length of the cord from a height 69.5 cm when fully retracted, all the way down to 210 cm, making it convenient to place in any given space, and adjust accordingly.

Also present and fully functional inside of the ceiling mount, is the lamp's original, "rise and fall" mechanism, manufactured by Rolly, Italy (see photos.) Additionally, it has an "S"-shaped hook at the top of the system, so one can easily hook it into a ceiling apparatus. Underneath, there's a circular, plastic grill with 10, concentric circles (or rings), that go from large to small, and 6 spokes that go to the edge of the shade. At its center is the smallest circle, where the pull handle is located (see photos.)
Also present, are its three (3), original, brass sockets that function with B-22 type, flame-shaped, bayonet lightbulbs (see photos.)

Although this lamp is similar to others made during the same period, it has been determined that this model was made in the early 1970's, as later models went from having 3 sockets to 1 socket. Additionally, there are 12, small holes on the top of the shade, just below the neck, which also differ from similar designs of this period.

The lamp is in overall, good, original, vintage condition, with some normal signs, marks of age and previous usage commensurate with time on the shade, ceiling mount, neck, pull handle and plastic grill (see photos), none of which affect its functionality. There is still a nice patina of time on the brushed aluminum, also commensurate with age. (see photos.)

The lamp has been tested and functions perfectly (see photos.)
When lit, it emits a nice glow, from both below and above, where the 12, small holes on top of the shade, allow the light to come through, truly evoking the look and effects of a UFO and will be a great conversation piece in any given space.

Please note:
- Lightbulbs not included.
- The grill and pull handle will need to be gently removed in order to insert light bulbs and then carefully re-installed, once bulbs are in place.

DIMENSIONS:
Height fully retracted with ceiling mount & handle: 69.5 cm
Height fully lowered with ceiling mount & handle: 210 cm
Height of shade itself: 25 cm
Height of handle: 7.5 cm

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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	1970 to 1979
Style	Vintage, Mid-Century, Industrial, Space Age
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Heavy signs of use, Patina consistent with age and use, Surface has been polished
Product Code	OJT-1071156
Materials	Aluminum, Brass, Metal, Plastic
Color	Black, silver, white
Height	70 cm 27.4 inch
Diameter	18.1 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	France
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.
Returns	Returns accepted within two days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Details

Delivery will be completed by a parcel service such as UPS, DHL, or FedEx.
You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine the packaging upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damaged packaging, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note, take pictures, and—if the item inside shows damages—contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations regarding damaged packaging represents your acceptance of the completed order in perfect condition.

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