Antique Cast Metal Ceiling Light Fixture Base – 8 ¼" Diameter with Distressed Paint

Description :
This antique cast metal ceiling light fixture base features a classic stepped dome design with an integrated socket holder and a white painted finish that has aged into a striking crackled patina. Measuring 8¼" in diameter by 4½" high, this piece once supported a glass shade or globe, secured by small set screws still visible at the top. The base retains its original socket and mounting bracket, though the paint has chipped and flaked, revealing the black enamel beneath—a testament to decades of use and timeworn beauty.

Era
Circa 1920s–1940s.

Style
Art Deco / Industrial Revival.

Technique
Cast metal base, lathe-shaped and coated in layered enamel paint; socket mount attached with threaded screws and steel support bracket.

Tools Used
Casting mold, metal lathe, drill press, enamel sprayer, and wiring tools.

History
Fixtures of this type were commonly found in American homes and small commercial buildings, combining durability with modest Deco-inspired styling. Many were produced during the interwar period as electric lighting became standard across the country.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown (similar in design to fixtures produced by Holophane or Arrow Electric Co.).

Measurements
8¼" Diameter x 4½" Height

Suggested Weight
Approx. 2 lbs.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
10" x 10" x 6"

Item Number : P14848

Category : Light Fixture

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Metal
Style : White

Measurements

Width : 8¼"
Height : 4 ½"