This is a proper Herbert Terry 1209 wall-mounted Anglepoise - one of the iconic British task lights that's been in production since the 1930s. The 1209 is the wall-mount version, designed for workshops, studios, and anywhere you need adjustable, directional light without taking up desk space.
The engineering on these is brilliant. Twin coil springs provide the counterbalance, letting you position the lamp exactly where you want it and it stays put. No drift, no gradual sagging - just solid, reliable hold. The springs on this one are in excellent condition with no rust or deterioration, which is worth noting as that's often where these show their age.
Rewired with black braided flex that suits the industrial look. The original Bakelite bulb holder is still in place and working perfectly – these were built to last. Fitted with a new 3-pin UK plug, so it’s ready to use straight away. Takes a standard bayonet bulb (B22).
The original black paintwork is in excellent condition. There are minor marks and small chips here and there – it’s vintage industrial equipment, not showroom stock – but nothing that detracts from it. The finish has that proper worn-in look that only decades of use can give.
The Wooden Mounting Pad
Someone’s added a wooden mounting pad at some point, and it’s actually a nice touch. It gives you a clean finish against the wall and spreads the load better than just screwing straight through the metal bracket. You can use it with or without – your call. The wood has aged to a warm tone that contrasts nicely with the black metalwork.
This is working vintage lighting in excellent order. The articulation is smooth across all joints, springs are sound, and the electrical work is done properly. Original paintwork with honest wear. Tested and ready to use.
Perfect for workshop benches, reading corners, above desks, or anywhere you need task lighting with proper reach and adjustment. The wall mount frees up surface space while giving you all the functionality of a desk Anglepoise.
Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamps are still being made in the UK today, which tells you something about the design. This is the real thing – British engineering from an era when industrial equipment was built to be repaired, not replaced.
Rare and highly collectible, this early Herbert Terry Anglepoise 1209 is more than just a lamp – it is a milestone in industrial design and a great example of British engineering, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of early modernist interiors.
£395.00
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Anglepoise was designed by George Carwardine in 1932 and manufactured by Herbert Terry & Sons in Redditch. The 1227 model became the iconic British task lamp.
The spring-balanced arm mechanism allows precise positioning without fixing - a genuine engineering innovation. Original models feature cast iron bases, steel shades, and bakelite fittings.
We stock Anglepoise desk lamps, all rewired to current safety standards with original mechanisms cleaned and serviced. Authentic Herbert Terry pieces, not modern reproductions.
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George Carwardine (1887–1947) was a British automotive engineer and inventor whose pioneering work with spring-balanced mechanisms led to one of the most recognisable lighting designs of the 20th century.
Originally working in the motor industry, Carwardine developed a system of springs that allowed an object to be moved into position and remain there without the need for clamps or locking devices. Recognising its potential beyond automotive engineering, he applied the mechanism to a task lamp, creating the first Anglepoise design in the early 1930s.
The original four-spring Anglepoise lamp was launched in 1934, with the more familiar three-spring Model 1227 following in 1935. Manufactured by Herbert Terry & Sons, the lamps combined exceptional practicality with a distinctive industrial aesthetic, quickly becoming popular in homes, workshops and professional settings.
Carwardine’s ingenious balancing mechanism remains at the heart of the Anglepoise identity. His original design has inspired generations of later models, including the Model 75 introduced in 1968, and continues to be celebrated for its enduring combination of form, function and engineering innovation.
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