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What is this lamp? I've seen the same lamp in old-style films and building ineriors across several countries. (lemmy.ml)

submitted 7 months ago by [email protected] to c/whatisthisthing

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[–] Brokewood 52 points 7 months ago (2 children)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banker%27s_lamp

[–] [email protected] 19 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (2 children)

Thanks.

The banker's lamp is a style of electric desk or table lamp often characterized by a brass stand, green glass lamp shade, and pull-chain switch. ... These types of lamp are frequently used in libraries throughout the United States, which have made the lamp popular through their presence in films and TV series.

Um.

[–] [email protected] 15 points 7 months ago

The green shade is designed for bankers/accountants etc.

You know the green visors too: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_eyeshade

[–] [email protected] 8 points 7 months ago

I’m off to the bank to check out a book!

[–] [email protected] 7 points 7 months ago

Ah, I knew it would have a special name. Thank you