Upcycled Design - British Furse Theatre Fresnel Spotlight – 1960s – Industrial Floor Lamp - Theatre lamp - One-of-a-kind piece - Steel
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Archivio51 designed and handcrafted a one-of-a-kind upcycled industrial floor lamp that combines a vintage Furse Theatre spotlight with a polished metal pedestal, made in Italy, in good condition with minor signs of ageing.
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Furse – Vintage British Theatre Fresnel Spotlight – Unique Floor Lamp Designed by Archivio51
An extraordinary one-of-a-kind industrial floor lamp, exclusively conceived, designed and handcrafted by Archivio51, combining an authentic vintage British Furse theatrical spotlight with a beautifully polished metal pedestal recovered from a vintage bistro table.
This unique creation transforms two original vintage elements into a striking sculptural lighting piece, celebrating British theatrical heritage, industrial aesthetics and creative upcycling.
An exclusive Archivio51 design, individually created and assembled by the seller. Not a mass-produced item, but a truly unique piece.
British Theatrical Heritage
The original spotlight was manufactured by Furse Theatre Products, a historic British company based in Nottingham, England, renowned for its professional stage-lighting equipment.
Dating approximately from the 1950s–1970s, most likely the 1960s, this authentic theatrical spotlight retains its distinctive cylindrical metal housing and beautiful original turquoise-blue hammered factory finish.
Its naturally aged surface displays an attractive patina, minor scratches and traces of oxidation, reflecting decades of history.
The spotlight preserves several characteristic features of traditional professional theatre lighting:
Original oval Furse manufacturer's badge.
Original turquoise-blue hammered paintwork, never repainted.
Concentric Fresnel glass lens.
Robust cylindrical metal housing.
Adjustable black metal mounting bracket.
Rear hinged access panel.
Internal ceramic lamp holder and reflector.
Sliding focus adjustment mechanism.
These original details contribute to its historical authenticity and distinctive industrial character.
Exclusively Designed and Created by Archivio51
This remarkable floor lamp was entirely conceived, designed and assembled by Archivio51, the professional vintage and design seller offering this piece for auction.
The creative project involved selecting an authentic British theatrical spotlight and combining it with a substantial polished metal pedestal, originally part of a vintage bistro table.
The elegant four-foot base provides stability, while the polished metal column creates a beautiful contrast with the original turquoise-blue spotlight.
The carefully balanced proportions transform the original technical equipment into a sculptural floor lamp with a strong architectural presence.
The spotlight has been adapted for decorative domestic use with a new electrical cable, inline switch and plug, operating on 220V.
The lamp has been tested and is fully functional.
Its adjustable mounting bracket allows the direction of the light to be changed, creating different lighting effects.
This is a unique Archivio51 creation, designed and assembled as a single piece. No identical examples have been produced.
Dimensions & Technical Specifications
Design and creative concept: Archivio51
Original spotlight manufacturer: Furse Theatre Products
Spotlight origin: England
Estimated spotlight period: 1950s–1970s, probably 1960s
Creation: Unique contemporary upcycled design
Type: Industrial floor lamp
Style: Industrial, Mid-Century Modern, Vintage Theatre Lighting
Materials: Original painted metal spotlight, Fresnel glass lens, polished metal pedestal
Original spotlight colour: Turquoise-blue hammered finish
Spotlight dimensions: Approximately 30 × 16 cm
Pedestal height: Approximately 105 cm
Total assembled height: Approximately 130 cm
Four-foot base span: Approximately 63 cm
Total weight: Approximately 11 kg
Power supply: 220V
Electrical installation: New cable, inline switch and plug
Lighting: Functional and tested
Production: One-of-a-kind creation by Archivio51
Original Condition & Authentic Patina
The original Furse spotlight retains its beautiful factory-applied turquoise-blue hammered finish, preserved with its authentic vintage patina.
Natural signs of age include minor scratches, small areas of oxidation and surface wear consistent with its previous professional use.
The original manufacturer's badge, Fresnel lens, rear access panel and internal components remain present.
The polished metal pedestal also retains subtle signs of its previous life as part of a vintage bistro table.
The combination has been deliberately created to preserve the historical identity of both elements while giving them an entirely new decorative purpose.
The electrical installation has been adapted for domestic use and successfully tested. As with any modified vintage electrical appliance, inspection by a qualified electrician is recommended before prolonged use.
A Unique Industrial Design Statement
With its impressive 130 cm height, original turquoise-blue finish and polished four-foot pedestal, this Archivio51 creation makes a striking architectural statement.
Perfect for industrial lofts, contemporary interiors, creative studios, architectural offices, boutique hotels, restaurants or private collections of vintage industrial design.
The combination of authentic British theatrical equipment and an individually designed vintage pedestal makes this lamp an exclusive decorative object.
A unique fusion of British theatrical history and contemporary creative design — conceived, designed and handcrafted exclusively by Archivio51.
Packaging & Shipping
For safe transportation, the lamp will be carefully dismantled into three main components and shipped in three separate, securely protected parcels.
Particular attention will be given to protecting the original Fresnel glass lens, theatrical housing and polished metal pedestal.
Simple reassembly will be required upon delivery.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 specialises in the sourcing, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, carefully chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and distinctive character.
Our collection focuses primarily on decorative objects and interior pieces, including vintage lighting, globes and geographical maps, perpetual desk calendars, antique pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop pieces, vintage signs, decorative boxes and containers, as well as other unusual collectibles.
Each piece is individually sourced and carefully selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. Whenever possible, we research and contextualise each object to better understand its history, age, original purpose and cultural background.
Archivio51 operates primarily through international online marketplaces, offering its collection to collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and clients looking for distinctive objects that are difficult to find elsewhere.
Our philosophy goes beyond simply selling pre-owned objects. We aim to rediscover pieces with a story and give them a new place and purpose, while preserving their identity, character and authentic signs of time.
Archivio51 – A selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
Translated by Google TranslateFurse – Vintage British Theatre Fresnel Spotlight – Unique Floor Lamp Designed by Archivio51
An extraordinary one-of-a-kind industrial floor lamp, exclusively conceived, designed and handcrafted by Archivio51, combining an authentic vintage British Furse theatrical spotlight with a beautifully polished metal pedestal recovered from a vintage bistro table.
This unique creation transforms two original vintage elements into a striking sculptural lighting piece, celebrating British theatrical heritage, industrial aesthetics and creative upcycling.
An exclusive Archivio51 design, individually created and assembled by the seller. Not a mass-produced item, but a truly unique piece.
British Theatrical Heritage
The original spotlight was manufactured by Furse Theatre Products, a historic British company based in Nottingham, England, renowned for its professional stage-lighting equipment.
Dating approximately from the 1950s–1970s, most likely the 1960s, this authentic theatrical spotlight retains its distinctive cylindrical metal housing and beautiful original turquoise-blue hammered factory finish.
Its naturally aged surface displays an attractive patina, minor scratches and traces of oxidation, reflecting decades of history.
The spotlight preserves several characteristic features of traditional professional theatre lighting:
Original oval Furse manufacturer's badge.
Original turquoise-blue hammered paintwork, never repainted.
Concentric Fresnel glass lens.
Robust cylindrical metal housing.
Adjustable black metal mounting bracket.
Rear hinged access panel.
Internal ceramic lamp holder and reflector.
Sliding focus adjustment mechanism.
These original details contribute to its historical authenticity and distinctive industrial character.
Exclusively Designed and Created by Archivio51
This remarkable floor lamp was entirely conceived, designed and assembled by Archivio51, the professional vintage and design seller offering this piece for auction.
The creative project involved selecting an authentic British theatrical spotlight and combining it with a substantial polished metal pedestal, originally part of a vintage bistro table.
The elegant four-foot base provides stability, while the polished metal column creates a beautiful contrast with the original turquoise-blue spotlight.
The carefully balanced proportions transform the original technical equipment into a sculptural floor lamp with a strong architectural presence.
The spotlight has been adapted for decorative domestic use with a new electrical cable, inline switch and plug, operating on 220V.
The lamp has been tested and is fully functional.
Its adjustable mounting bracket allows the direction of the light to be changed, creating different lighting effects.
This is a unique Archivio51 creation, designed and assembled as a single piece. No identical examples have been produced.
Dimensions & Technical Specifications
Design and creative concept: Archivio51
Original spotlight manufacturer: Furse Theatre Products
Spotlight origin: England
Estimated spotlight period: 1950s–1970s, probably 1960s
Creation: Unique contemporary upcycled design
Type: Industrial floor lamp
Style: Industrial, Mid-Century Modern, Vintage Theatre Lighting
Materials: Original painted metal spotlight, Fresnel glass lens, polished metal pedestal
Original spotlight colour: Turquoise-blue hammered finish
Spotlight dimensions: Approximately 30 × 16 cm
Pedestal height: Approximately 105 cm
Total assembled height: Approximately 130 cm
Four-foot base span: Approximately 63 cm
Total weight: Approximately 11 kg
Power supply: 220V
Electrical installation: New cable, inline switch and plug
Lighting: Functional and tested
Production: One-of-a-kind creation by Archivio51
Original Condition & Authentic Patina
The original Furse spotlight retains its beautiful factory-applied turquoise-blue hammered finish, preserved with its authentic vintage patina.
Natural signs of age include minor scratches, small areas of oxidation and surface wear consistent with its previous professional use.
The original manufacturer's badge, Fresnel lens, rear access panel and internal components remain present.
The polished metal pedestal also retains subtle signs of its previous life as part of a vintage bistro table.
The combination has been deliberately created to preserve the historical identity of both elements while giving them an entirely new decorative purpose.
The electrical installation has been adapted for domestic use and successfully tested. As with any modified vintage electrical appliance, inspection by a qualified electrician is recommended before prolonged use.
A Unique Industrial Design Statement
With its impressive 130 cm height, original turquoise-blue finish and polished four-foot pedestal, this Archivio51 creation makes a striking architectural statement.
Perfect for industrial lofts, contemporary interiors, creative studios, architectural offices, boutique hotels, restaurants or private collections of vintage industrial design.
The combination of authentic British theatrical equipment and an individually designed vintage pedestal makes this lamp an exclusive decorative object.
A unique fusion of British theatrical history and contemporary creative design — conceived, designed and handcrafted exclusively by Archivio51.
Packaging & Shipping
For safe transportation, the lamp will be carefully dismantled into three main components and shipped in three separate, securely protected parcels.
Particular attention will be given to protecting the original Fresnel glass lens, theatrical housing and polished metal pedestal.
Simple reassembly will be required upon delivery.
Seller's Story
Archivio51 specialises in the sourcing, selection and sale of vintage, design and collectible objects, carefully chosen for their authenticity, aesthetic quality, history and distinctive character.
Our collection focuses primarily on decorative objects and interior pieces, including vintage lighting, globes and geographical maps, perpetual desk calendars, antique pharmacy and apothecary items, display mannequins and busts, walking sticks, objects in bronze, brass, marble, onyx and wood, industrial and workshop pieces, vintage signs, decorative boxes and containers, as well as other unusual collectibles.
Each piece is individually sourced and carefully selected, with particular attention to its period, provenance, materials, craftsmanship, original patina and condition. Whenever possible, we research and contextualise each object to better understand its history, age, original purpose and cultural background.
Archivio51 operates primarily through international online marketplaces, offering its collection to collectors, vintage and design enthusiasts, interior designers and clients looking for distinctive objects that are difficult to find elsewhere.
Our philosophy goes beyond simply selling pre-owned objects. We aim to rediscover pieces with a story and give them a new place and purpose, while preserving their identity, character and authentic signs of time.
Archivio51 – A selection of uncommon, timeless objects.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Upcycled
Number of objects
1
Material
Steel
Designer/artist/maker
Upcycled Design - British Furse Theatre Fresnel Spotlight – 1960s – Industrial Floor Lamp
Model
One-of-a-kind piece
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Industrial
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
130 cm
Width
63 cm
Depth
63 cm
Weight
11 kg
Estimated period
1960-1970
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