William Arthur Smith Benson (1854 - 1924), was an English inventor and manufacturer of lighting fixtures, active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is credited with developing the first practical and commercially successful electric lamp, the W. A. S. Benson lamp. The lamp was designed to be more efficient, durable, and long-lasting than the incandescent lamps that were in use at the time.
Benson's invention is considered a significant development in the history of lighting technology, and his lamps were widely used in homes, offices, and public buildings. He also has a patent on the process of making electric lamps by means of pressed powder.
Benson was also known for his ornate and decorative lamp designs, which incorporated elements of the Arts and Crafts style, such as the use of natural materials and motifs. His lamps were highly sought after and were used to illuminate many more...
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