Vintage Industrial Fluorescent Wall or Ceiling Fixture Box – 12" x 13" x 5 ¼"

Description :
This vintage industrial light fixture box features a rectangular steel housing with a brown enamel finish and internal fluorescent ballast assembly. Measuring 12 inches wide, 13 inches long, and 5¼ inches deep, this utilitarian lighting piece was designed for wall or ceiling mounting, commonly used in mid-century commercial and institutional settings. Inside, the fixture contains original ceramic sockets and a compact fluorescent ballast assembly, along with wiring components typical of 1950s–1970s electrical design. While it shows signs of age and wear—including patina, paint scuffs, and surface oxidation—the housing remains structurally sound and ready for restoration or creative repurposing (such as a sconce conversion or display fixture).
Era:
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950s–1970s)

Style:
Industrial / Mid-Century Utility / Machine Age

Technique:
Pressed and welded steel construction with enameled finish and integrated ceramic electrical components

Tools Used:
Sheet metal press, spot welder, powder-coating oven, electrical assembly tools

History:
Rectangular fluorescent housings like this were standard in schools, warehouses, and factories during the postwar period, valued for durability and easy maintenance.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker unknown; similar construction to Appleton Electric, Lithonia Lighting, or Crouse-Hinds utility fixtures.

Measurements:
12" W × 13" L × 5¼" D

Suggested Weight:
Approx. 6 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
16" × 16" × 8" box, well-padded

Item Number : P14828

Category : Light Fixture

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Metal

Measurements

Width : 12"
Height : 13"