exceptional all original and intact depression-era moe-bridges profusely illustrated lighting catalog

exceedingly rare and detailed catalog begins with a description of the company and the "moe-bridges guarantee" which assures satisfaction "or your money back," and is followed by their vast selection of artistic lighting equipment. the 75-page catalog remains intact with each product page featuring brightly colored illustrations followed by dimensions, etc. the dark maroon softcover is accentuated with the gilded gold raised lettering. small amounts of discoloration and bends along the corners evident. the moe brothers, together with a number of other entrepreneurs, owned the moe-bridges company; a lighting fixture manufacturer formed in 1919. as a result of friction among the moe-bridges management however, the moe brothers were removed from the company in the late 1920's by the majority stockholders. deciding to stay with the industry they knew, the moes brothers formed another lighting fixture company called moe brothers manufacturing. the lighting fixture catalog measures 12 1 /2 x 10 inches.