Maritime object - Marine searchlight - Brass

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Paul Wullems
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He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.

Estimate  € 200 - € 250
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Francis Searchlights Marine Spotlight, Bolton – Mid 20th Century

Original marine spotlight by Francis Searchlights Ltd., England. Brass construction with original reflector and maker’s plate. Industrial / nautical design.

Vintage marine spotlight produced by Francis Searchlights Ltd., Bolton, England. Constructed in brass with original internal reflector and retaining its maker’s badge and identification plate with type and serial number.

This piece represents classic mid-20th century maritime engineering and was originally designed for ship or industrial use. Today it serves as a striking decorative object, well suited for industrial, nautical, or contemporary interiors.

Please note: The bulb is defective and the functionality has not been tested. The item is therefore sold as a decorative or restoration piece.

Presented in good vintage condition with age-related patina, wear, and marks consistent with use.



Estimate
Euro 200-350

Please examine all the photos carefully.

Thorough and secure packaging.
Shipped insured and with a tracking code.
Any costs outside the EU are the responsibility of the buyer

“ No shipping to EU islands, mainland only !


Francis Searchlights Marine Spotlight, Bolton – Mid 20th Century

Original marine spotlight by Francis Searchlights Ltd., England. Brass construction with original reflector and maker’s plate. Industrial / nautical design.

Vintage marine spotlight produced by Francis Searchlights Ltd., Bolton, England. Constructed in brass with original internal reflector and retaining its maker’s badge and identification plate with type and serial number.

This piece represents classic mid-20th century maritime engineering and was originally designed for ship or industrial use. Today it serves as a striking decorative object, well suited for industrial, nautical, or contemporary interiors.

Please note: The bulb is defective and the functionality has not been tested. The item is therefore sold as a decorative or restoration piece.

Presented in good vintage condition with age-related patina, wear, and marks consistent with use.



Estimate
Euro 200-350

Please examine all the photos carefully.

Thorough and secure packaging.
Shipped insured and with a tracking code.
Any costs outside the EU are the responsibility of the buyer

“ No shipping to EU islands, mainland only !


Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Marine searchlight
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
British Virgin Islands
Material
Brass
Style
Vintage
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
25 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
DenmarkVerified
72
Objects sold
Private

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