Antique Brass Canopy with Acorn Finial – Salvaged Fixture Part (5" x 6")

Description :
This antique brass canopy with threaded acorn finial was once part of an early ceiling light fixture. Measuring 5" in diameter and 6" high, it has a flared bell-shaped canopy that covers the ceiling junction box, paired with a tall threaded rod and pointed acorn finial. The exterior retains layers of old white paint, now worn and flaking, which reveals the original brass surface beneath. The inside still shows traces of the golden brass finish, darkened with age. A strong candidate for restoration, this piece can be reused in period lighting projects, adapted for new fixtures, or appreciated as decorative salvage.

Era
Early 20th Century (c. 1900s–1920s)

Style
Victorian to Early Electric / Transitional Lighting Hardware

Technique
Spun brass canopy with threaded rod and molded acorn finial. Painted later, likely during mid-century renovations.

Tools Used
Metal spinning lathe, threading tools, hand polishing, paint application.

History
Brass canopies were standard in early electrical lighting, offering both structural support and decorative cover at the ceiling. This design with acorn finial was especially popular in transitional lighting styles of the early 1900s.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown. Likely produced by a regional lighting manufacturer during the early 20th century.

Measurements
5" Diameter x 6" H

Suggested Weight
~1 lb

Item Number : P14305

Category : Lighting

Brand : UK