Antique Frosted Embossed Glass Tulip Shade – 5" Diameter x 4" Tall

Description :
This elegant antique frosted glass tulip shade features detailed embossed scrollwork and fleur-de-lis motifs, framed by a beaded border and vertical ribbed texture. Measuring 5 inches in diameter and 4 inches tall, it’s designed to fit standard small pendant or sconce fixtures. The glass has a soft satin finish that diffuses light beautifully, lending a warm, period-correct glow. The shade remains in good antique condition with minor surface wear and light dust from storage, consistent with age. Its ornate detailing and petite bell-like form make it a perfect match for early electric, Victorian, or Art Deco lighting restorations.
Era:
Early 20th Century (circa 1910s–1930s)

Style:
Art Nouveau / Early Electric / Victorian Revival

Technique:
Pressed and acid-frosted glass with detailed mold embossing and flared rim

Tools Used:
Glass press mold, acid etching bath, rotary polishing wheel

History:
Decorative shades of this type were commonly produced for gas-to-electric conversion fixtures and ornate sconces during the early 1900s, often featuring floral or fleur-de-lis reliefs to reflect elegance and craftsmanship.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker unknown; comparable examples attributed to Gill Glass & Fixture Co. or Pittsburgh Lamp, Brass & Glass Company.

Measurements:
5" diameter × 4" tall

Suggested Weight:
Approx. 1 lb

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
7" × 7" × 7" box, double-wrapped and padded

Item Number : P14831

Category : Shade

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Glass
Style : Art Nouveau / Early Electric / Victorian Revival

Measurements

Width : 5"
Height : 4"