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

Description :
This antique brass canopy with threaded finial was once part of a hanging light fixture or ceiling mount. Measuring 5" in diameter and 6" high, it features a flared bell-shaped canopy with an acorn-style finial at the top. Layers of old white paint remain on the surface, chipping away to reveal the warm golden brass beneath. The underside retains its original finish, showing aged patina. This piece is ideal for restoration of early 20th-century lighting, use in custom fixture builds, or as a decorative salvage element in vintage design projects.

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

Style
Victorian to Early Electric / Transitional Lighting Hardware

Technique
Spun brass with threaded rod and turned finial, originally polished then later painted.

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

History
Canopies like this were standard in early electric lighting, covering ceiling junction boxes and supporting hanging fixtures. Over time, many were painted to match changing ceiling colors.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown. Likely produced by a regional lighting manufacturer during the early 1900s.

Measurements
5" Diameter x 6" H

Suggested Weight
~1 lb

Item Number : P14304

Category : Lighting

Brand : UK