Summary

Alternative Name(s): Optical Fibre Light

Fibre optic lamp comprising a three-tiered cascade of white fibres inserted into a ball-shaped main body.

Used as a prop in the 'House Secrets' exhibition at Scienceworks, 6 March 2006 to 14 July 2013. Most of the props for the exhibition were sourced from opportunity shops in 2002 and 2003 by curator Andi Horvarth and other Museum Victoria staff. 'House Secrets' aimed to 'Explore the science behind all the familiar things in our homes', presenting 'all sorts of wonderful things we might find around the home, from the food we eat, to the appliances we use, to the animals we share our living space with.' The exhibition was 'highly interactive'.

Physical Description

Fibre optic lamp, comprising a three-tiered cascade of white fibres (removable), inserted into a ball-shaped main body (secured to base with three screws), atop a shaft that widens below to a circular base. The ball has a hole in the centre top for the optical fibres, and holes around, possibly for ventilation. White plastic electricity cord extends from base to moulded plastic plug.

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