PAIR Art Deco Beside lamp clocks Mofem LEsprit Nouveau Start Price GBP 1,499.99 Current Price GBP 1,499.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, September 01, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 11, 2008 Location Canterbury See more about 'PAIR Art Deco Beside lamp clocks Mofem LEsprit Nouveau' Description A pair of original Art Deco bedside lamps with integral alarm clocks, manufactured by Mofem, Hungary and marketed in France in the 1930sA wonderful expression of European Art Deco luxury, these fabulous bedside lamp clocks are executed in nickel plated brass, with a domed hemisphere shades and standing on marble bases. The clockwork movements are original and retain their alarm functions. Both of the lamps are signed Mofem on the glass of the clock dial. The lamps, which are now much sought-after worldwide, were produced in Hungary and retailed in Paris at the height of the Art Deco period. Individual lamps are rare; to find a pair in such fabulous condition is unheard of.Size: Approximately 11 inches (28cms) in height. The diameter of the shade is about 7 inches (18cms). It is very substantially constructed and the solid marble base means that the lamp is very heavy for its size.Condition: The condition is excellent, with no damages just the most minor surface wear consistent with age. There are no splits, dents or cracks or other significant damages. The clockwork alarm movements have been checked and were found to both run well. The lamps retain vintage continental European plugs and wiring and are electrically untested. As vintage electricral items they must be rewired to modern safety standards by a qualified electrician before use. Please see my note concerning the sale of all vintage electrical items below.References: See the sale catalogue Arts Decoratifs du 20ieme siecle, Tajan Auction House, Hotel Drouot, Paris, 25 June 2003, lot 115.This is a truly rare find that will make a fabulous gift for any discerning Twentieth Century Design enthusiast; don't miss this opportunity.© Text and photographs by room_606. Please do not copy either in full or in part.IMPORTANT There are many more items in my shop that don't appear in regular item searches. So please click the link to my shop above and browse the category menu on the left. NEW! Now you can sign up for a regular e-mail bulletin detailing my latest finds and offers by adding me to your list of favourite sellers. 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