They have the largest collection of reglor lamps of any antique store in the united states. Reglor lamp 1946 collectors weekly i recently acquired this lamp. Mar 25, 20 reglor of california lamp japanese woman original shade atomic. Our collection has been divided into numerous catagories that are descriptive of the lamp base materials and the manufacturer of the lamp. Use the books that once illuminated minds to illuminate your next reading adventure with these ingenious handmade lamps made from used books by michael bom and antoinet deurloo of dutch studio bomdesign. The last flame in american mines brings to readers a compilation of his vast knowledge of miners lamps their history and manufacture along with detailed illustrations from his exhaustive research and personal collecting. Large fluid figures in acid green with black faces, hands and feet. If you can find a pair of 1950s reglor of california sea nymph lamps. Im really excited to share some great ideas to add some spunk to your home for spring. Early in the 19th century, most cities in the united states and europe had streets that were gaslight. All prices for reglor lamps do not include an original reglor shade unless expressly stated. Reglor lamps are eagerly sought after by modernist collectors, 1950s decade collectors, and individuals who love things fun and funky. Signed reglor of california 1951 will not sell separately. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about reglor.
History of lamps invention of lighting instruments. The four big names in the genre of mid century modern lamps are majestic, reglor, moss and heifetz. Lighting the 50s schiffer book for collectors with price guide johnson, donaldbrian on. Pair reglor of california deco figural lampsno shades. Lamps offered as a matching pair sell at a 20 to 25 percent premium. Original coolie style shades in nubby silk with dark green fringe at rim. The lamp is in good condition, wonderful details, a young male boy black, with very ornate clothing, wearing a turban, there is a lot of what appears to be gold leaf on the costume. Gas lighting for streets gave way to lowpressure sodium and highpressure mercury lighting in the 1930s and the development of the electric lighting at the turn of the 19th century replaced gas lighting in homes. Ive found similar online but not a real match, although its hard for me to believe theyre one of a kind. Oil lamps the history of lamps ami argand was the innovator in 1783. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional.
The first lamps were of course very primitive, cavemen used to burn animal fat and then placed it in a hollow rock to illuminate the darkness. Here we have an exceptional pair of intricately carved chalkware lamps from reglor of california. When we bought them, they also had the original shades and the original finials. A pair of midcentury reglor california lamps dated 1951 with original finials. See easier stylish and functional, they shine the light exactly where you need it, perfect for reading newspapers, books, or magazines. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Striking pair of male and female matador lamps are marked reglor of california and dated 1951. Bernie stein and rena stein began regor of california in 1947. Close beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account.
Today, these marvels of modern design continue to spark the interest of collectors. We also have a collectible book, a rare copy of louise bourgeois retrospective 1947 1984, with 2. Judging from the photographs, your lamp and shade appear to be in very good to fine condition, a major plus in the marketplace. So we are now offering the pair individually with no shade and no finial at. Auction house galleries, usa black rock galleries brownstone liquidators clearing house estate sales cultwine estate solutions ct full of surprizes estate and tag sales auctions miss spiffy estate sales, llc modern day auctions llc. Reduce eyestrain floor reading lamps designed to reduce eyestrain and help you enjoy your book or magazine.
The history of vintage oil lamps vintage 1950s chalkware lamp original shade reglor or reglorstyle retro kitsch see more. As you can see the original shades are still with them including the original chalk ware finials. Reglor lamps were frequently produced as a male and female pair. Reglor of california hawaiian motif figural lamps and tiki decor vintage tiki, vintage.
Leaf like shapes carved like swathes of fabric at the base are bright in red and greyish blue. Long battle against the night is marked with great inventions in artificial lightning. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I hope this information was helpful to you today, thanks very much for any feedback you am leave for my service, frank. Plexiglas bodies, spun glass shades, and spinning figurines were radiantly combined to transform humdrum 1950s home decor into something extraordinary. Many companies made copies of reglor originals and reglor tried to sue a number of them. It begins with oil lamps, maybe one of the first objects that man mass produced. These are important historical designs of chandeliers, newel standards, table lamps, and glass shades.
A central burner was added the fuel was enclosed in metal and a metal tube was added to control the intensity of the light and the intensity of the fuel burning small glass. Nearly 100 breathtaking fixtures are richly illustrated. Hula lamps of hawaii enchanted tiki room, hawaiian decor, tiki. I recently acquired a monumental table lamp, with the. Antique and vintage lamps in the mall antiques with gary. Reading lamps find the best floor lamps for reading books. Reglor lamps appear regularly for sale on ebay and are found on a number of private. Credit for the design inspirations is to be shared with oscar vega, a production assistant. The bodies are painted black with the beautiful grain showing through. Reglor is the combination of the names rena and her cousin gloria.
Marfa lights and lamps offers the largest collection of mid century modern lamps and shades available. Reglor of california lamps a friend of mine has a pair of reglor of california lamps dated 1951. May 28, 2016 trying to learn how to make a lamp shade for a reglor lamp. Reglor of california lamp japanese woman original shade atomic. See more ideas about mid century lamp, vintage lamps, vintage table lamp. Some simple and basic, some complicated and lucky they all gave us lamps that we have today so we dont have to consider darkness as our enemy any more. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. Check out our reglor selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our lighting shops. Pair with composite bases featuring deco design man and woman in crashing waves draped with kelp.
I love big coffee table books, especially the ones about interiors and decorating. Place these lamps next to your favorite relaxation chair. Bernie stien and rena stien began reglor of california in 1947. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. I own a 1950s end table lamp made by reglor of california. Unfollow reglor lamp to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Every story has a beginning and so does the history of lamps. The lady is in great condition,but the man has been repaired on its base.
Chalkware is an american term for popular figurines either made of moulded plaster of paris usually or sculpted gypsum, and painted, typically with oils or watercolors. See more ideas about make a lamp, vintage lamps and lamp shades. Reglor lamps appear regularly for sale on ebay and are found on a number of private direct sale internet sites. For sale on gorgeous pair of emil bertolozzi lamps.
You may not like these types of lamps, but, believe me, there are lots of us out here who avidly collect them. Vintage signed reglor 1951 matador lamp bold huge lamp authentic reglor. Pair vintage 1950s reglor lamps majestic eames era 07082007 see more. This over 400page volume puts together 100 projects lpa has created over its 25year history, during which the lighting design has undergone a substantial change. The fun thing about this project is no two turn out the same. Get the best deals on reglor lamp when you shop the largest online selection at. Since im not much of a seasonal decorating kind of girl, all of my six days of spring ideas are about bringing something old back to life again, like how to make a. This book offers the firstever, indepth look at the moss company and its shining array of lighting products. These are, i believe, ruby flash or cranberry glass. Later on in history, greeks evolved the lamp by using terra cotta as an element. I have a rare 1950,s reglor lamp that has been stored away for over 35 years. You can use 1 large single book, or several smaller ones. Find great deals on ebay for reglor when you shop the largest online selection at. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book.
On the edging out of gas lamps by steady electric ones. I have a rare 1950,s reglor lamp that has been stored away. The origins of the very first lamp dates back to 70,000 bc. Production stopped in 1975 when the reglor factory in montebello, california burned. Lamp history who invented lamp and other lighting devices. Im going to show you how to make your own repurposed books lamp. Reglor lamp in collectible table lamps for sale ebay. Amazing mid century female matador lamp, by reglor. The distinctive shades of reglor lamps were also made in house. But we had to use them to restore another pair of reglor lamps. An lamp enthusiast and reader of my lighting books, american lighting 18401940. Reglor of california lamps a friend of mine has a pair.