Green Glass Banker's Desk LampBronze-Tone Metal Base, Emeralite Style Lighting
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The green glass banker's lamp traces to a single patent filed in 1909 by an American engineer named Harrison McFaddin, who called his design Emeralite — a mash of "emerald" and "light." The green wasn't decoration first; it was a workplace choice, believed at the time to ease eyestrain during long hours at a desk, which is exactly why the design spread through offices, libraries, and banks rather than living rooms. Every genuine Emeralite shade was made at a single glass factory in Moravia under
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height 34 cm (13.4 in), shade width 27 cm (10.6 in), shade depth 14 cm (5.5 in)
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Electrical details: Before dispatch, our workshop will inspect and test the electrical system, with rewiring and replacement fittings where needed. Delivered working and ready to use.
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Before you ask
Will it work with my outlets?
Yes. Choose your plug type above and the lamp arrives ready for it. Every light is checked before it leaves, and the details for this piece are under "Condition & electrical details".
Will I pay import duties or tariffs?
No. I pay the US import duties and tariffs, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.
What if it arrives damaged?
Every piece is packed individually and fully insured. Send me a photo of the piece and the box, and I handle the claim with the carrier and agree the solution with you.
What if it doesn't suit my room?
You have 30 days to return it, no reason needed. For a change of mind, you pay the return shipping. How returns work
Lighting delivered in working order; see electrical details.
Green Glass Banker's Desk Lamp, Bronze-Tone Metal Base, Emeralite Style Lighting
- Origin
- France
- Materials
- bronze-toned metal, genuine glass shade
- Dimensions
- height 34 cm (13.4 in), shade width 27 cm (10.6 in), shade depth 14 cm (5.5 in)
Details
Materials: bronze-toned metal, genuine glass shade
Dimensions: height 34 cm (13.4 in), shade width 27 cm (10.6 in), shade depth 14 cm (5.5 in)
Style: Emeralite/banker's lamp style
Electrical: Before dispatch, our workshop will inspect and test the electrical system, with rewiring and replacement fittings where needed. Delivered working and ready to use.
Condition: very good condition, light marks of use to the metal
Before dispatch, our workshop will inspect and test the electrical system, with rewiring and replacement fittings where needed. Delivered working and ready to use.
The green glass banker's lamp traces to a single patent filed in 1909 by an American engineer named Harrison McFaddin, who called his design Emeralite — a mash of "emerald" and "light." The green wasn't decoration first; it was a workplace choice, believed at the time to ease eyestrain during long hours at a desk, which is exactly why the design spread through offices, libraries, and banks rather than living rooms. Every genuine Emeralite shade was made at a single glass factory in Moravia under an exclusive contract, which is part of why the look became so instantly recognizable rather than one of many competing version.
This lamp follows that same silhouette closely: a rounded green glass shade in genuine glass rather than plastic, mounted on an adjustable bronze-toned metal arm that swivels against the column. The weighted, stepped base does real work here, keeping a top-heavy shade from tipping rather than just filling out the design.
The pairing of a light, glowing shade against a dark, grounded base is the whole visual logic of the form, and it's kept intact on this piece.
The metal shows light marks of handling consistent with genuine use rather than display, and our workshop will inspect and test the lamp before dispatch, with rewiring where needed. At 34 cm tall with a 27 cm shade, it's sized for an actual working desk rather than a decorative shelf.
It arrives professionally packed and fully insured — we handle the paperwork and worldwide shipping, with your choice of plug fitted to your country at no extra charge. Returns are accepted within 30 days.
Condition & electrical details
Condition
Electrical details
Read our condition standard. Please ask if you need additional photographs or measurements.
A decorative style is not a guarantee of a particular maker or date. See the individual listing for the stated attribution and period.
Shipping, insurance & tariffs
Worldwide delivery is included in the price. Every piece is individually packed, tracked and fully insured. No shipping charge is added at checkout. If your destination is not listed, please contact us before ordering.
Maison Jaspers pays US tariffs and import duties. For other destinations, local import taxes and duties may apply and are payable by the recipient. Contact us before ordering if you need destination-specific guidance.
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Returns
Notify us within 30 days of delivery if you wish to return a piece. No reason is required. You pay return shipping for a change-of-mind return.
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