Lot #156: Vintage brown double-tube fluorescent desk lamp

Vintage table/desk lamp featuring a distinctive brown molded base with faux wood-grain inset, twin chrome metal gooseneck supports, and a wide curved brown lamp shade. The lamp is identified by its original label as a Double Tube Desk Lamp, Model TLB2, manufactured in Taiwan. Label also indicates 120VAC, 0.55A, 60Hz, 30W. The lamp retains its two General Electric F15 T8 CW (Cool White) fluorescent tubes, marked Made in Canada. Both fluorescent tubes are shown illuminated in the photographs, indicating the lamp is currently functional. The lamp has visible age-related cosmetic wear, including light scratches and scuffing to the brown finish and shade, as well as some discoloration/wear around the fluorescent tubes and hardware. The chrome supports remain bright with some minor surface wear. Condition: Good vintage used condition with cosmetic wear consistent with age and use. Tested and lights up as shown. Fluorescent tubes included. Approximate style/era: Mid-to-late 20th century, likely 1970s–1980s. Includes: * Vintage double-tube desk lamp * Brown faux wood-grain base * Curved brown shade * Two flexible chrome gooseneck supports * Two GE F15 T8 cool-white fluorescent tubes * Original electrical cord A rather fabulous bit of vintage office lighting. The brown faux-wood-and-chrome combination is very much of its era. Pickup category timeslot {A}