A true classic, rightly so Anglepoise 1227 lamp designed by George Carwardine. This version was manufactured from 1938 to 1968 by Herbert Terry & Sons (Anglepoise).

 The lamp is extremely maneuverable and makes the perfect desk lamp. Its stylish design and very stable cast iron base make it a perfect addition. The desk lamp has a rotary switch at the top of the shade and a Bakelite plug. Above the base is the inscription "Made in England by Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd Redditch" and on the back "The Anglepoise Pat. in UK and abroad." This ensures that this is an original. Considering its age, the lamp is in (very) good condition.

 George Carwardine (1887-1947) was a car designer and was working as a freelance design consultant when he invented the Anglepoise lamp. He specialized in suspension systems and on July 4, 1932, applied for a patent for a lamp design with a mechanism of joints and spring tension. This allowed the lamp to be moved into a wide range of positions without being clamped.

 Initially, he manufactured the lamp himself in the workshops of his own company (Cardine Accessories in Bath), but demand soon became so great that he needed a partner. On February 22, 1934, he entered into a licensing agreement with Herbert Terry and Sons. (Redditch) who now took over production and marketing.

 Due to its size/weight, this item unfortunately cannot be shipped.