Summary

Telescopic Universal Junior plastic lamp, 240 volt.

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

Cream plastic lamp consisting of a flat rectangular body with rounded ends, part of which folds up to form the head of the lamp when in use. The head and body are attached by a share silver shaft; the head, containing a 12v globe, can pivot in multiple directions when in use. The base of the lamp is decorated with a painted circle in red, orange and yellow. A black button for operation is located near the edge of the base. A white plastic power cord extends from back, with unearthed (two-pin) plug. Printed metal manufacturer's label adhered underneath.

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