vintage american industrial freestanding theater stage "ghost light" with three legged brushed metal base

vintage american industrial salvaged chicago interior theater stage "ghost light" featuring a cast aluminum and

steel crouse-hinds light with reinforced clear glass bulb guard.

the early electric light is supported by a stationary cast iron three-legged base with threaded end post. the stage fixture

has been rewired using period appropriate black 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.