:::::: Crestworth Ltd. Kinetic Lighting in the Mid 70s ::::::
Product lineup: Favoured for its Charm THE ORIGINAL "ASTRO": Perfect anywhere. Designed to suit any mood, any decor - in the home, office or public place. The "professional" extra for waiting rooms, halls and reception areas. Metal parts gleaming copper anodic finish. Please see below for the packaging. The box reads: The exotic conversation piece AN "ASTRO" LAMP by Crestworth Ltd. The model below is a 4th generation astro. 4th Generation Astros have two rings on the upper portion of the base.
TRADITIONAL BEAUTY "ASTRO LANTERN" - All the fascination of the old hurricane lamps - the comfort of a ships light in a storm. Authentic copper anodic finish. Two models were produced "Port" - Red and "Starboard" - Green Models.
Simple Elegance "ASTRO MINI" - Will enhance the attractions of any room - has the clean, handsome lines of ageless good taste. Perfect for table settings and as a decorative piece for all occasions. So graceful! - idea for use in pairs. Smart copper anodic finish to metal parts.
Thank you to Jerome for the images of his Astro Mini. Please examples of packaging and model design in the images. The Crestworth Astro Mini is the smaller version of the Crestworth Astro, slimmer in build this design just like the Astro is an everlasting design classic that is ever changing and ever flowing. The Astro Mini featured a copper finish and beautiful colour combinations.
The Ever Popular GLITTERLITE. - Colours: Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Amber. - All the scintillating luxury of these precious stones is captured in the outstanding beauty of the new "Glitterlite". Tastefully designed to enhance the decor of any living room, these lamps combine the best in modern design with the simplicity of traditional lines.
Fibre Optics - Galaxy, Phantomlite, Super Phantom (Supplementary Base).
Phantomlite: A new excitingly elegant addition to modern decor with its delicately arranged fountain-like spray and twinkling fairy-light effect enhanced by gradual, subtle colour changes. In the case of the Phantomlite the fibre optics are thicker and made of plastic so there is no need for a protective "sealed unit" as in the case of the myriad-fibre Galaxy.
"SUPER PHANTOM": Owing to public demand we have now introduced into our range of Fibre-Optics this superlative version of our Phantomlite. Incorporating our already immensely successful base design this new lamp, with its myriad of minutely fine fibres creating an ever changing sea of colour must surely rate as the most sensational lamp yet to be introduced for use in the modern home.
Supplementary Base Two Lamps in one ! By using the special supplementary base the normal "Phantomlite" domed base can be changed to a sphere (or back again in a matter of seconds, thus catering for all tastes and changes of mood.
:::::: The Stunning Crestworth Galaxy. ::::::
The very latest thing in Decorative Lighting. New "Galaxy" The SAFE Glass Fibre Optic Lamp. Illustration from Crestworth Patent.
Tens of thousands of minutely fine glass fibre optics artistically arranged to create an ever-moving, sawing sea of light, gently changing from one vivid colour to another. Indescribably lovely. Height 19.5" Max Width 15"
Please take a look at the comprehensive photo montage of the Crestworth Galaxy Photo Montage.
More images of the Galaxy can be seen below. They show the lighting effect, the underside complete with the Crestworth and Galaxy logos and the inside of the top dome which houses the internal fibre optics. The Crestworth Galaxy is a stunning lamp.
The Crestworth Galaxy also featured a clear perspex base which the Galaxy stood onto (please see below). However these clear stands are hard to find. The Crestworth Galaxy is often seen without the clear stand. It can still operate perfectly without the stand, as can be seen below.
Images of the Crestworth GALAXY Model below. Also the later images below show the clear perspex stand that is rarely seen with the Crestworth Galaxy product. This stand elevates the product. The product can also be used without a stand. The stand is designed for low level use of the product.
Additional Images: 1. Assembed Unit, including rare clear stand.
2. Clear Base Stand which elevates the Galaxy.
3. Underside and Logos. Other assorted images of a Crestworth Galaxy at night follow.
The "Galaxy" is specially designed for low level use-preferable on the floor or carpet - although it can, of course, be used on a table or television set etc., if desired. On no account should it placed near any direct source of heat since this could distort the Acrylic material.
:::::: Instructions for Crestworth Galaxy. ::::::
CONSTRUCTION.
Tens of thousands of minutely fine glass fibre optics artistically arranged to create an ever-moving, swaying sea of light, gently changing from one vivid colour to another.
Special Sealed Unit - There is a special patent "sealed unit" to contain the sharp, penetrating glass fibres in complete safety - away from inquisitive hands.
Lamp-Housing. - This "sealed unit" Fibre-Housing stands on a Lamp-Housing which is fitted with a Tungsten-Halogen bulb (6 volt-20 watts), a transformer and two electric motors, one of which drives a rotating coloured disc and the other a fan which gently fans the fibres to and fro.
Please Note:
There were will be a variety of coloured discs available, so, these are easily inter-changeable should you keep in touch with your retailer if you are interested.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY OF A "GALAXY".
1.Place the black Lamp-Housing onto a table, dome downwards.
2.(a) Place a soft cushion (or some other very soft non-scratch object) on a table and then place the transparent dome of the Fibre-Housing downwards onto the soft surface. Sitting in front of the table, remove the wire coil entirely by slowly and carefully rotating it anti-clockwise outwards from the hole watching through the side of the transparent dome to see the coil unwinding. Continue unwinding until the coil is free from the hole.
Please note: It would be wise to keep the wire (Holding-Piece) coil for re-insertion in case the lamp has to be transported later. The Holding-Piece off the Lamp-Housing and turned the former over onto a really soft surface, so that its transparent dome is downwards. Then insert the pointed end of the coil through the small alit (which is covered by a rubber flap) so that the coil itself is around the protruding ferrule. Then with a clockwise motion, the coil should be turned right home.
(b) Now turn the Fibre-Housing over so that its transparent dome is upwards, and, after fitting the ferrule protruding from the Fibre-Housing, into the centre of the funnel of the black Lamp-Housing, carefully match the large holes joining the fan unit so as to seat the Fibre-Housing. (Note: It may be necessary to to rotate the Fibre-Housing slightly in either direction until it drops down into its correct seating). The fibres should now be formed into a neat hemisphere although final adjustment may be necessary by tilting the unit one way or another (gently before placing it down once again.
The "Galaxy" is now ready for connection to the mains through a three-pin plug. When lit, the fibres should be fanning gently and continuously and they should change colours slowly according to the particular colour disc being used.
The "Galaxy" can be placed direct or the floor or carpet (or on a table, preferably low) to give a very pleasing "intimate" effect, or it can be placed onto the special transparent base-stand provided. To assemble this transparent base-stand fit the two slots together. Place it on a table (or other level surface) and make sure that all four legs are touching.
HOW TO CHANGE THE COLOUR DISC OF A "GALAXY".
1. Remove the "sealed unit" Fibre-Housing and stand this on some soft surface.
2. Carefully remove the main part of the Lamp-Housing from its black supporting dome (which may be a tight fit) and place the former on a table, taking care not to strain the electric cable connection.
3. Unscrew the three brass knurled-headed screws and life off the top plate.
4. Remove the coloured disc by pulling upwards on the centre-piece with a slightly rotating motion (If there is no centre-piece, remove the disc by placing fingers under the disc and gently easing it upwards).
5. After fitting the new disc gently but firmly right down into position, replace the top plate and holding the pillars in the correct position, refit the three brass screws.
6. Replace into the black dome and refit the "sealed unit" Fibre-Housing (see Instructions for Assembly 2(b).
IMPORTANT. Great care must be taken not touch the fan blades, since distorting them in any way will create vibration.
These images below show some of the colour ranges that the Crestworth Galaxy displays. It is a very stunning piece of Crestworth lighting and is a very safe design with the fibres behind a polymer dome. This allows for the optics to remain dust free and safe from hands.
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Special Gallery: Crestworth Galaxy Photo Montage.
Special Gallery: Crestworth Phantom Lite.
Special Gallery: Mathmos Initial Modern Range.
Special Gallery: The Fabulously Beautiful Mathmos Lunar.