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#tbtPrimelite Repost: Pulley-ing the Strings of Our 1960s Heart

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#tbtPrimelite: While combing through the Primelite archives, we came across a series of original black and white photographs from our 1960 catalogs. Among the photos was this brass “pull down” or “pulley” pendant. A true representative of the space-age aesthetic of the time. With a 1960s modern design, this “pull-down” fixture would be at home in any contemporary retro installation.

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Repost: #tbtPrimelite #1960s #Scintillating

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#tbtPrimelite | 1960s | #Scintillating

 

#tbtPrimelite: While researching our collection of antique Primelite catalogs we’ve come across original black and white photographs featuring some of our early lighting fixtures. The photos are stunning and we’ll be sharing these photos in our weekly #tbtPrimelite series.

This week we are highlighting a hanging fixture from our “Scintillating Cracked Glass Globe” series from the 1960s. Always popular, these fixtures definitely reflect the styles of the time with globes available in crystal, topaz, tangerine and lime! Available finishes included “Satin Flemish” and Polished Brass. “Scintillating” indeed! 

 

Composite: photo scans of 1960's catalog pages
Composite photo: photo scans of 1960’s catalog pages

 

 

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#tbtPrimelite #1960 #walnut #flemish

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#tbtPrimelite: While combing through the Primelite archives, we came across a series of original pages from past catalogs. Among the memories were these wood and brass ceiling fixtures. Part of the Baronet Series, this fixture had a walnut body with “Satin Flemish” accessories and “Satin White”, ribbed or crackled glass (shown) globes.  

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original scan of 1960 catalog page

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#tbtPrimelite #1960s #kitchen #Light

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#tbtPrimelite | #1960 | #wood | #cherry

 

#tbtPrimelite: While combing through the Primelite archives, we came across a series of original black and white photographs from our 1960 catalogs. Among the photos were these wood and brass ceiling fixtures. These diamond shaped kitchen fixtures came with cherry or walnut wood frame and textured glass diffusers. With a 1960s modern design, this fixtures would still be at home in any contemporary retro installation.

 #tbtPhoto: Enjoy the scan of the original photograph. 

scan of original photo from 1960s catalog

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#tbtPrimelite #1960s #PullDown #Pulley #Light

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#tbtPrimelite | #1960 | #PullDownPendant

 

“Gold and Sliver Beaded Diamond Glass Reflector, Textured Glass Diffuser. Extends From 18″ to 54.” 3 Way Turn Switch.”

#tbtPrimelite: While combing through the Primelite archives, we came across a series of original black and white photographs from our 1960 catalogs. Among the photos was this brass “pull down” or “pulley” pendant. A true representative of the space-age estethic of the time. With a 1960s modern design, this “pull-down” fixture would be at home in any contemporary retro installation.

 #tbtPhoto: Enjoy the scan of the original photograph. 

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#tbtPrimelite Victorian Gas Lights II

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#tbtPrimelite: In the 1960’s Victorian inspired home design was very popular, with many mid-century homes showcasing Victorian furniture, lighting and home accessories. At the time, Primelite Mfg’s catalogs featured their line of Victorian gaslight-inspired lighting. Our Victorian lighting series featured colorful and textured glass lampshades that successfully captured that charming “gas-glow” of Victorian lamps. Our popular fixtures would illuminate the interiors of homes. Nationwide.

 

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The Victorian gaslight collection included a range of hanging and wall mounted lights, incorporating decorative brass arms, hanging chains and colorful glass shades. An interior designer’s delight; these lights were available in custom finishes including; Polished Brass and Antique Brass . The textured glass shades were available in colors including; Ruby, Amber, Cranberry, “Acqua” and Opal White. 

 

Victorian Gas-Light catalog page scan
Victorian Gas-Light catalog page scan