Eren Berg Studios introduces their newest design… The Parabolic Twin Bulb Pendent

April 28, 2013 in Blog 1
We found a collection of antique oval gas era parabolic reflectors. Each one still retains its original nickel plating. That inspired us to create a pendent with the feel of an early electrified gas lamp. These simple and elegant double bulb pendents were the type used to illuminate factory workshops[....]
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Large And Dramatic Frosted Lamps – Removed From Court Building

March 8, 2013 in Blog 1
These impressive lamps are over 18 inches in diameter. The glass is frosted and has some iridescence to it. It hangs 20 inches deep. They were salvaged from an early bank building. Everything is original including the bronze finish. These fixtures are very elegant without being overly decorative. We have[....]
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V & M has seen the light!

February 12, 2013 in Blog 0
Each week Vintage & Modern's trusted vintage and antique experts choose the best from the 1000's of items listed on their site. They scour their inventory for objects which balance the unusual with smart value. V & M experts track what is selling, review in-house trend forcasts and combine this[....]
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Yes! Early Electrics Does Furniture.

December 31, 2012 in Blog 0
We are asked all the time. "We love your lamps but what about furniture?" You won't find it on EarlyElectrics.com unless you dig deeper. Look for the 1stdibs.com, V&M.com and Antiques links and it will take you to our other collections. Steve Erenberg Prop.
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Collection of 4 Large Holophane Glass and Aluminum Pendents

December 25, 2012 in Blog 2
These lamps are full out industrial but also have a 20th Century Modern feel. They stand 25 inches tall and have a 16 inch diameter. We love the corrugated metal box on top. The most surprising part of the lamp is the huge prismatic Holophane glass lining. When lit there[....]
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Elegant White on White 17 Inch Pendent

December 20, 2012 in Blog 4
What other early lamp can compare to the simple elegance of white milk glass and white porcelain. This large 17 inch diameter glass shade coupled with a nicely detailed white porcelain 3 bulb cluster make a perfect combination. This is considered the quintessential lighting often found in stores and municipal[....]
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1800s Emerald Glass Dental Sink Pendant Lamp

December 20, 2012 in Blog 1
This was once the sink your great grandfather saw sitting next to his dental chair. It's amazing how thick and heavy this beautiful emerald glass is. Early dental equipment of that era really had style. We couldn't help ourselves and turned this jewel into an amazing pendent lamp... $900
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Early Edison Dragon Chandelier – 5 Foot Diameter

December 19, 2012 in Blog 1
This is an amazing chandelier. Its one of the earliest electric fixtures we have offered... I'm guessing 1900 to 1910. It's not converted from gas and was made with exposed bulbs as you see it. It's signed and patented by Edison. This was produced in a time when seeing an[....]
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Large and Dramatic Ceiling Dome Lamp – collection of 12

December 7, 2012 in Blog 0
Pictured above: I'm guessing that this lamp is 1930-40s. They were salvaged from an old school gymnasium. With a 19 inch diameter they're quite impressive. The lens is a deep half sphere in heavy cast frosted glass. 12 in stock... $625 each Pictured to the left: But that's not all we[....]
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EarlyElectrics.com – Your Source For Industrial Explosion Proof Globe Pendents

November 25, 2012 in Blog 0
If your looking for these saught after globes then you've come to the right place. We've been buying every example we can get our hands on and must have the largest collection out there. Of course you can find one or two at crazy prices but try to put together[....]
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