A Antique/Vintage Rise and Fall Ceiling Light Fitting, which operates using a counterbalanced pulley system, which is made of white glazed pottery with metal fittings. It has its original ceramic (bayonet type) bulb holder, which unscrews for holding the desired light shade. It is perfect for situating over a kitchen table, when good light may be needed for closer inspection and it's length/drop from the ceiling can be altered from approx 46 cm or 18" to a maximum 90 cm or 35 1/2" drop. It was made in France and dates to early 20th century. It is in good working condition and would add the finishing touch to an antique or vintage style kitchen/dining room.