Rarest and Coolest Looking of Movie Spotlights.
This sweet Bantam Super Spot is by far one of the coolest and hardest to find of its kind especially with the optional extension at the back. Comprised of mild steel and aluminum, it was fabricated in the late 30’s and was primarily used as a theatre light.
Generally seated on a very short metal base, I have mounted this particular unit on an original, wheeled, collapsible, extendable (to 9ft) 1950’s period Mole Richardson light stand stenciled with “TDF Studios” - a prominent commercial art and film studio during Toronto’s 60’s and 70’s mad men era.
The lamp illuminates a standard, clear 60w bulb turning off and on via a new click switch.
Although not native to the fixture, I have mounted a circular grill to the front as it handsomely compliments the wire cage located on its top which, when opened, provides access to the bulb inside. It also features a push/pull lever at the rear which allows adjustment from spot to floodlight intensity.
To be honest, I don’t mind if I don’t sell this one as it’s well worth keeping.
If you like it as much as I do, it’s yours for $950.
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