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Authentic vintage Roto-Beam Air Circulator pedestal fan, manufactured in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A. Likely dating to the late 1930s–early 1940s.

This is a fantastic original Machine Age/Art Deco industrial piece featuring Roto-Beam’s distinctive five-blade metal air circulator design, maroon motor housing, chrome-tone wire cage and heavy rolling pedestal base.

Approximate measurements:

• 49” overall height

• 16” fan cage

• Approx. 12” blade assembly

Original Roto-Beam motor plate is still present and identifies the manufacturer as Roto-Beam of Chicago, Illinois. Plate indicates a 115V, 60-cycle AC motor with approximately 1,200 RPM.

Features:

• Genuine Roto-Beam Chicago fan

• Circa late 1930s/early 1940s

• Five broad metal blades

• Heavy concentric wire safety cage

• Adjustable/tilting fan head

• Large original-style adjustment knobs

• Heavy metal pedestal

• Four-legged cast-metal base

• Four rolling casters

• Maroon/burgundy motor housing

• Vintage Bakelite-style inline switch

• Original manufacturer identification plate

• Great industrial, Art Deco, Machine Age or steampunk décor piece

Condition:

Fan is being sold AS-IS and NON-WORKING. It currently does not power on and will need electrical/mechanical restoration if the buyer wants to use it as a functioning fan.

The fan retains substantial original character and patina, including age-related wear, oxidation, scratches and finish loss. The older electrical cord/wiring shows age and should be professionally inspected/replaced before attempting to operate the fan.

I have intentionally left it in its unrestored condition rather than refinishing or modifying it.

Roto-Beam fans are collectible early American air circulators, and the full-size rolling pedestal versions make especially impressive display pieces.

Perfect for a collector, restoration project, vintage shop, loft, garage, man cave, photography/movie prop or industrial décor.