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Antique Bankers Lamp

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Seen on many vintage desks, antique bankers lamps were used to light a smaller area at a bank, typically the table where deposit and withdrawal slips were filled out. Now, you can own one of many styles of antique bankers lamps for yourself. They have a singular function, but it is possible to use them in many places in the home. See collection for more.

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Antique Early 1900s Brass Green Cased Glass Shade Banker Library Lamp

Antique Early 1900s Brass Green Cased Glass Shade Banker Library Lamp

I can imagine this lamp in the home library. It features the antique style, brass finish, green cased shade and elegant look. Everyone need to have it in the library room or reading nook.

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Vintage Desk Lamp Antique Bankers

Vintage Desk Lamp Antique Bankers

Such a renovated brass antique bankers lamp will be the perfect complement to the cabinet, supporting the art deco style. Once, all bankers worked with such lamps. This one has an oblong shade finished with black varnish.

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Brass Hand Library Desk Lamp Chapman

Brass Hand Library Desk Lamp Chapman

This antique banker's lamp will make a style statement in your home office out of hand. A great pick for all those who love unique lighting. Brass base and black shade mounted on an adustable cantilever really look the part!

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Vintage antique emeralite bankers

Vintage antique emeralite bankers

A touch of antique stylization in the house. This bankers lamp features a solid metal frame with a durable post. Its attractive shade is finished in good-looking green color, so the whole lamp not only provides light, but it also decorates rooms.

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Banker table lamp

Go for this stunning bankers lamp that sports the antique look and the vintage appeal that it offers is a sure way of completing the look of your study or home office along with the semi-transparent design of the shade.

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Greenalite bankers lamp

Greenalite bankers lamp

We have seen such antique bankers lamps many times in libraries and American banks. A typical banker's lamp combines a modern style, through an unconventional dark finish of the base and a darker shade of green on the glass.

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Vintage desk lamp antique bankers

Vintage desk lamp antique bankers

Desk lamp with antique finish. Frame is made of wood. Suitable for residential and commercial premises. Received many positive recommendations from clients for high quality and neutral design.

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Bankers table lamp 1

VTG ANTIQUE EMERALITE ART DECO BRASS BANKERS TABLE DESK LAMP GREEN SHADE 8734

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Vintage brass desk lamp

Featuring a solid and beautiful, dark bronze base, this antique lamp represents perfectly well the so-called Bankers lamp style. An ideal addition to a stylish bureau or bedside table. It measures 14,75" high.

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Bankers lamp with green cased glass shade from a unique

Banker's Lamp with Green Cased Glass Shade | From a unique collection of antique and modern table lamps at

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Buying Guide

The classic antique bankers lamp has been around since the 1800s. Brought into popularity by the Westinghouse Corporation, the green shade and heavy metal base just seem to go with a desk. It is also noted that scientific studies conclude that green is responsible for creativity. This could explain the long-lived popularity of the frosted, tempered or pleated glass of bright green.

New designs have evolved that have given different residential and commercial areas cause to use this popular task lighting. If you have been unable to find an antique bankers lamp at second-hand stores or auctions, consider purchasing a duplicate carried by many different retail furniture stores.

  • Metal - A solid metal base keeps a bankers lamp balanced and secure. An attractive finish can be of stainless steel, brass or bronze. A metal hanging chain dangles from one side of the fixture. Metal shades are also available to fit a modern or minimalist decor.
  • Glass - Thick green durable glass is popular for this iconic lamp. However, there have been different glass shades introduced for multiple styles and places to use. White glass shades look more refined with a tall antique bronze base with ornamentation. Stained glass is one such design that also has thick glass and up to hundreds of pieces that create a traditional look.
  • Light Bulbs - Either incandescent or LED light bulbs can be used in an antique bankers lamp. Older models will require 1 or 2 20 to 40-watt tubular incandescent bulbs while newer models are wired for use with energy-saving LED bulbs.

In addition to the new materials and styles, there are different heights to fit almost any desk area.

  • Shades - 12-inch to 22-inch shade widths can cover anything from small computer areas to a grand piano that requires a wide light illumination. Always measure for the amount of available light that you will need before purchasing a bankers light.
  • Stem - Heights can range from 13 inches to 20 inches high. Some models are available with adjustable arms.
  • Base - The width of the base corresponds with the glass or metal shade in keeping it balanced. These can range from 5 1/2 inches to 10 1/2 inches in width.
  • Weight - An antique bankers lamp is heavy compared to regular desk lamps. This is due to the heavy glass shade and substantial metal base. These weights can range from 3 to 10 pounds depending on the style and size.

Older models can be found at auctions or second-hand stores in the $20 range. However, they may need some work with wiring, touching up of colored glass and scratched bases. New bankers lamp models can range from $30 to $900 depending on the design, craftsmanship and size.

Light dry dusting should be done on a regular basis. Bulbs also need to be dusted to keep them clear and bright.

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