Ceiling light
W. A. S. Benson (1854 - 1924)
Category
Historic Services / Lighting
Date
1899 - 1900
Materials
Glass, Iron
Measurements
356 mm (H)303 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
London
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Standen House and Garden, West Sussex
NT 1214184
Summary
Pendant electric light fitting with decorative wrought iron work supporting an opalescent glass cylinder, and designed by Henry Palmer for W.A.S Benson. This is an original light fitting for this area. The glass cylinder was made by James Powell and Sons of Whitefriars. It is a larger, but identical fitting to those used in the Entrance Hall.
Makers and roles
W. A. S. Benson (1854 - 1924), designer James Powell and Sons, glass manufacturer