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Our warehouse lights have late-19th century industrial roots. A century ago, they would have been used in warehouses (as you may have guessed), barns, and factories, thanks to their sturdiness, durability, and weather resistance. And thanks to their rugged-yet-handsome style, warehouse lights have continued to be functional favorites well into the 21st century. Of course, ...
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Portland’s blue-collar history is a boon to those of us in the salvage business, now that the ‘Industrial’ aesthetic has grown in popularity. Portland grew up with the industries of shipping, logging, and manufacturing, and the artifacts of industry are plentiful.
Holophane is one of the one of the oldest manufactures of lighting in the world. Founded in London in 1898, they used the joys of science and mathematics to direct and amplify what little light carbon filament bulbs put out. These beauties were crafted out of borosilicate glass, a tough hardworking medium used in everything from cookware to telescopes optics.
