Antique 3-Part Holophane Reflector-Refractor Pendant Lights (1).jpg
Antique 3-Part Holophane Reflector-Refractor Pendant Lights (1).jpg

Run of Antique 12" Holophane 'Reflector-Refractor' Glass Pendant Lights

£675.00

A remarkable run of 12-inch Holophane ‘Reflector–Refractor’ pendant lights, made in England c.1920.

Recovered from Quarr Abbey on the Isle of Wight, each pendant has survived in exceptional, untouched condition. The three-part prismatic glass reflector, including the original bottom cup, is carried by its copper gallery, stamped with the Holophane maker’s mark. All glass components are likewise Holophane stamped.

Holophane were pioneers of prismatic glass lighting from the late 19th century onward, developing their signature ‘Reflector-Refractor’ system to control and soften light with remarkable efficiency. By the 1920s their fittings were widely used in industrial, civic, and ecclesiastical settings, prized for both performance and durability - qualities clearly reflected in this surviving run. Price is per light.

Rewired with black twisted flex. Length of chain included.

Worldwide shipping available, get in touch for a quote.

5 ON RESERVE

A remarkable run of 12-inch Holophane ‘Reflector–Refractor’ pendant lights, made in England c.1920.

Recovered from Quarr Abbey on the Isle of Wight, each pendant has survived in exceptional, untouched condition. The three-part prismatic glass reflector, including the original bottom cup, is carried by its copper gallery, stamped with the Holophane maker’s mark. All glass components are likewise Holophane stamped.

Holophane were pioneers of prismatic glass lighting from the late 19th century onward, developing their signature ‘Reflector-Refractor’ system to control and soften light with remarkable efficiency. By the 1920s their fittings were widely used in industrial, civic, and ecclesiastical settings, prized for both performance and durability - qualities clearly reflected in this surviving run. Price is per light.

Rewired with black twisted flex. Length of chain included.

Worldwide shipping available, get in touch for a quote.

5 ON RESERVE

About the maker
Holophane was founded in 1896 by businessman Otis Mygatt who set up companies in both America and the UK for the production and sale of their ingeniously designed prismatic lenses and reflectors. Holophane lights are used all over the world in a multitude of different environments, each serving a different purpose - whether it be a library, a train station or a chemical plant. The word Holophane derives itself from the Greek words 'Holos' and 'Phainein' meaning 'to appear completely luminous'. Later on in it's production Holophane secured the largest-ever single lighting order in the UK of 65,000 fittings, covering 186 miles of tunnels in the London Underground. Holophane has provided some 80 years of service to the London Underground in total.

Dimensions
Diameter: 300mm
Height: 350mm
Weight: 2kg