a versatile lamp that can be used in multiple settings, of thick hand-polished crystal with its ethereal reflective quality allowing light to penetrate changing from day to evening; all resting on a brushed chrome base; the obelisk was originally constructed by Ancient Egyptians and later used by the Greeks who described them as obeliskos; excellent condition with no chips or cracks
The Marbro Lamp Company was established by Morris Markoff and his brother (Mar-bro) after World War II in the garment district of Los Angeles. While specializing in a wide selection of antiques and decorative accessories, they are best known for their high quality lamps. Lamp parts were sourced from all over the world, but always assembled in their LA shop; this fine example of a thickly modeled faceted crystal lamp with gilt-metal mounts; no chips or cracks; rewired
