'breslin' teak & brass mcm lamp

Modernist Breslin Industries Ltd. teak & brass mid-century lamp, made in Canada ~1950's

Very nice modernist Breslin lamp, with teak wood base and brass accents. The lamp has the clean silhouette of mid century design. Very nice accent for a modernist decor!

My early research indicated that Edward Breslin had started this Toronto-based company by the mid 1940s.  From the Dundurn Press web site (January 2015): “J. Edward Breslin [was] a Toronto-born business executive and a graduate of the University of Toronto in Commerce and Finance.  In 1939 he founded Breslin Industries Ltd., one of the country's leading manufacturers of lamps and shades“.  Samuel Breslin joined the company later.  

Breslin Industries' advertised product lines were all kinds of lamps, lampshades, and novelties (apparently including clocks). These were typically sold in furniture and lamp stores, rather than in watch and jewellery shops where Snider clocks were found.  Based on directory listings, Breslin Industries remained in business at least to 1980, if not longer. 

It is in good vintage condition and clean. The finial is in excellent condition.

Please NOTE: Bulb not included

It is functioning well.

• Teak
• Brass
  

Made in USA

vintage items are one of a kind. due to their second hand nature, pieces may contain inclusions, please see last photo for signs of wear on this piece

DIMENSIONS

Height: 40 cm
Widest Diameter: 30 cm
Base: 14 cm