Antique Polychrome Cast Iron Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture

Description : This antique cast iron flush mount ceiling light fixture features an ornate openwork design with Gothic Revival and Victorian influences. The decorative body includes scrollwork, quatrefoil-inspired details, and traces of its original hand-painted polychrome finish in muted blue and red. The fixture retains its original cast housing and porcelain socket, though the wiring has been cut and should be rewired before installation. Its authentic aged patina makes it an excellent choice for restoration projects, historic homes, or decorative architectural displays.

Era
Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (circa 1890–1915).

Style
Victorian / Gothic Revival.

Technique
Cast iron with molded decorative relief and hand-applied polychrome paint.

Tools Used
Foundry casting molds, finishing files, drills, paint brushes, porcelain electrical socket, and assembly hardware.

History
Decorative cast iron ceiling fixtures became popular during the late Victorian era, combining durable construction with ornamental detailing. Many originally featured painted accents to complement period interiors and were designed for early electric lighting after the transition from gas fixtures.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown. Possible American manufacturer based on style and construction, such as Markel, Riddle Co., or similar early 20th-century lighting foundry (speculative).

Suggested Weight
5–7 lbs.

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
16" × 16" × 10".

Music
Scott Joplin – Maple Leaf Rag.

Price

Item Number : P17135

Category : Lighting

Brand : Unknown. Possible American manufacturer based on style and construction, such as Markel, Riddle Co., or similar early 20th-century lighting foundry (speculative).