Luzette pendant lamp S&S L1510 by W.Wissmann for Siemens & Schuckert, ca. 1920

Luzette L1510 Siemens & Schuckert pendant lamp from ca. 1910, an early and first-generation example. The mouth-blown opaline and satin glass provide a soft, even light diffusion. The metal clamping ring firmly holds both glass shades together and emphasizes the industrial character of the design. The lamp was designed by Peter Behrens (1868–1940) and produced around 1910 by Siemens & Schuckert, affiliated with AEG in Berlin. This early example, manufactured before 1914, consists of two separate shades in mouth-blown white opaline glass and satin glass, held together by a metal band with brass set screws. Both glass parts are marked in the glass with the S&S monogram and L1510, where L stands for Leuchte and 1510 indicates the model number; this type number was used between 1909 and 1912. The wiring and socket have been renewed by a professional electrician and the current socket is grounded; the original socket can be supplied if desired. Executed in glass, copper, brass and metal. The condition of this pendant lamp is good, with visible patina on the metal consistent with its age. The glass shades are intact. The wiring and socket have been replaced; the original socket has been preserved.