[MassHistPres] Dale Lights

[Dennis De Witt]

Charlie & Lynn

I think there were a number of such prismatic clearstory systems at  
that time designed to throw light back towards the rear of shops and  
other spaces.  Wright had an interest in a patented system like that  
called Luxfur.

Dennis De Witt


On Nov 2, 2007, at 10:16 AM, Sullivan, Charles M. wrote:

> Sounds like a patented transom system that I came across once; the
> glazing was comprised of horizontal prisms that refracted outside  
> light
> across the ceiling of the store. If I find the reference I'll share  
> it.
>
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> [mailto:masshistpres-bounces at cs.umb.edu] On Behalf Of Smiledge, Lynn W
> Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 9:41 AM
> To: Massachusetts Historical Preservation interests
> Subject: [MassHistPres] Dale Lights
>
> Has anyone heard of "Dale Lights"? They appear on some late 19th  
> century
> construction drawings and seem to be some kind of borrowed light  
> system
> - perhaps a skylight above transoms.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Lynn Smiledge
> Historic Planner
> Methuen, MA
>
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