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Lot 065 - Vintage Life Lite Model A Ultra-Violet Home Lamp “Quack Medicine” Kit In Carrying Case, Bakelite Construction, Ultra-Violet Home Products Inc., Los Angeles, California, With Ephemera And Manuals, Circa 1930s
Lot 065 - Vintage Life Lite Model A Ultra-Violet Home Lamp “Quack Medicine” Kit In Carrying Case, Bakelite Construction, Ultra-Violet Home Products Inc., Los Angeles, California, With Ephemera And Manuals, Circa 1930s
A vintage Life Lite Model A ultra-violet home lamp kit, constructed of Bakelite, manufactured by Ultra-Violet Home Products Inc., Los Angeles, California, offered in its original carrying case with assorted ephemera including manuals, brochures, letters, and related paperwork from a distributor discussing damage to the item. IMPORTANT: Under no circumstances should the buyer plug this item in, as the power cord is extremely worn with exposed conductors; offered strictly as a display piece or for parts / restoration. Exhibits wear, age-related deterioration, and surface scuffs consistent with use and storage. Offered as found. Item dimensions of case without leather handle.