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Rubralux Darkroom Safety Lamp Photographic Processing Apparatus

Inventory Number 63205


Item type
Object
Physical material
Iron Alloy
Glass
Object type
Lamp
Dimensions
Height: 288mm Width: 147mm Depth: 140mm Weight: 1564g
Inventory No
63205

Description

An iron alloy darkroom safety lamp with a rectangular base that tapers in at the top. It has 2 circular dials on one side and 2 oval rings held in a bracket on the back. On the front is a triangular flap with "LANCASTER'S THE RUBRALUX PATENT No 1365" embossed on it. This hinged flap lifts up to reveal a pair of glass plates underneath.