refinished fully functional vintage american freestanding theater stage "ghost light" with brushed metal finish

rewired vintage american industrial salvaged chicago interior theater stage "ghost light" with steel crouse-hinds light with reinforced clear glass bulb guard. the early electric light is supported by a stationary cast iron base with threaded end steel post. the stage fixture has been rewired using period appropriate brown braided cloth cord. there are many myths and/or legends surrounding the purpose and use of the ghost light (e.g., deter the presence of old ghosts), but according to a number of 1920's theater supply catalogs, the single light fixtures were referred to as "cleaner stands" and/or

portable work lights.