Bardwell & McAlister Keg Light, 1950s Hollywood | Movie Studio Spotlight Floor Lamp on Wooden Surveying Tripod
Bardwell & McAlister Keg Light, 1950s Hollywood | Movie Studio Spotlight Floor Lamp on Wooden Surveying Tripod
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A 1950s keg light by Bardwell & McAlister of Hollywood, California, a genuine movie studio spotlight. Restored and semi-polished, and mounted on a vintage wooden surveying tripod.
At a glance
| Manufacturer | J.G. Bardwell & McAlister Inc. (B&M), Hollywood, USA |
| Model | Keg light |
| Produced | 1950s |
| Finish | Semi-polished |
| Beam | Original knob adjusts from spot to flood |
| Switch | Original switch on the body, still working |
| Spotlight | 42 × 32 × 30 cm |
| Base | Vintage wooden surveying tripod |
| Height | Adjustable from 130 to 185 cm |
| Wiring | Rewired, E27 fitting, approx. 3 m cord, plug |
| Bulb | The bulb shown is included |
| Availability | One of one, once sold this exact piece will not return |
| Import duty | Payable by the buyer in their own country (outside the EU) |
The story
Bardwell & McAlister made lighting for the Hollywood film studios. The compact keg light, named after its barrel shape, was used on film sets to light actors and details from close by. It is an instantly recognisable piece of American film history.
The restoration
The spotlight was completely renovated, semi-polished and rewired with an E27 fitting, approx. 3 m of cord and a plug. The original switch still works, and the original knob still adjusts the beam from spot to flood.
In your interior
Fully adjustable in height and direction, it brings the atmosphere of a film set into a loft, living room, restaurant or studio. For film lovers, collectors and interior designers looking for a lamp with a real Hollywood story.