original early 1940's vintage fully functional american industrial heavy gauge tubular steel "localite" triple-joint task lamp designed and fabricated by the fostoria pressed steel corp., fostoria, oh. the pressed and formed steel articulating lamp retains the original parabolic-shaped reflector with integrated socket housing. the original factory green paint finish is largely uniform throughout. the existing socket and lamp cord is in good condition. the light fixture was likely mounted to a factory machine shop lathe or workbench. fostoria began producing the "localite" (in various configurations) beginning in 1918. the ball-and-socket joints are in good working condition. several variations available. socket and mounting plate included. priced for the pair. the original toggle switch remains in great working condition.