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Rare vintage CGEC ceramic industrial lamp (1961) – 1.3 kg, unique design
€220€160-27%Bid from €80
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HENGELO, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since December 2024 • 8 sales
Product description
This rare vintage lamp is a beautiful example of French mid-century industrial style. Made by Compagnie Générale des Électro-Céramiques (CGEC)—a historic ceramics company with roots in the late 19th century, which originally produced ceramic insulators for the electrical industry.
The lamp bears the markings "CGEC," "61" (year of manufacture), and "P0 10420" (model or production reference), as well as an additional engraved code in the metal ring at the top. The design clearly references the industrial insulators with which CGEC built its reputation.
CGEC disappeared in the late 1970s and was absorbed by Ceraver, making original pieces like this exceptionally rare. Examples like this are rarely found online and represent a unique chapter in French industrial design history.
Features:
Authentic French design from the 1960s
Solid ceramic, weighing 1.3 kg: robust and durable
Original industrial finish, ideal for a vintage or industrial interior
Rare markings: "CGEC", "61", "P0 10420" and additional engraving in the metal ring
Wiring likely original; plug may need replacing later
Base 7 cm diameter and 14 cm high
Lampshade is newer: currently a small, stylish shade, but easily replaceable to adjust the look—from modern and contemporary to classic industrial
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition
Small chips at the base (limited visibility, consistent with age)
Light rust marks on the metal ring at the top—subtle and distinctive
Why special:
CGEC's heritage—from technical insulators to iconic ceramic designs—makes this lamp a rare design object with historical value. The combination of an authentic ceramic base and a replaceable modern shade ensures that this piece adapts effortlessly to any interior: from vintage loft to contemporary design space.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsWhiteMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height28 cmWidth25 cmDepth25 cmSigns of usageRust, Scratches
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HENGELO, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since December 2024 • 8 sales