American Machine Age Lighting

American Machine Age is a term associated with the early 20th century (1918-1941), and was deeply rooted in the Industrial Age in America. Key developments of the American Machine Age include, mass production of high volume products such as cars, radio and phonograph technology, long distance travel by train, aircraft and automobiles and modern war machines.

Another important characteristic of the American Machine Age was streamlined designs that were influenced by aircraft design. American streamlined design influenced art and was carried through into lighting design as well. Below are some vintage pieces from the Machine Age era. All of these pieces have been carefully restored to their original glory by our expert craftsmen at Restoration Lighting gallery.

If you have an older piece in this design style we would be happy to bring it back to light for you!