{"product_id":"antique-polychrome-cast-iron-flush-mount-ceiling-light-fixture","title":"Antique Polychrome Cast Iron Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture","description":"\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e : 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eEra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLate 19th Century to Early 20th Century (circa 1890–1915).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nVictorian \/ Gothic Revival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eTechnique\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCast iron with molded decorative relief and hand-applied polychrome paint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eTools Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFoundry casting molds, finishing files, drills, paint brushes, porcelain electrical socket, and assembly hardware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eHistory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDecorative 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMaker: Unknown. Possible American manufacturer based on style and construction, such as Markel, Riddle Co., or similar early 20th-century lighting foundry (speculative).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eSuggested Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n5–7 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eSuggested Shipping Package Dimension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n16\" × 16\" × 10\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003eMusic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nScott Joplin – Maple Leaf Rag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003ePrice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eItem Number\u003c\/b\u003e : P17135\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Category \u003c\/b\u003e : Lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Brand \u003c\/b\u003e : Unknown. Possible American manufacturer based on style and construction, such as Markel, Riddle Co., or similar early 20th-century lighting foundry (speculative).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        ","brand":"Unknown. Possible American manufacturer based on style and construction, such as Markel, Riddle Co., or similar early 20th-century lighting foundry (speculative).","offers":[{"title":"Used \/ 5 1\/2\" x 4\" \/ Multi-Color","offer_id":44328290418868,"sku":"C1P17135-V1","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9512\/4916\/files\/1785503873-20.jpeg?v=1785505155","url":"https:\/\/www.rbxhub.com\/products\/antique-polychrome-cast-iron-flush-mount-ceiling-light-fixture","provider":"Rebuilders Xchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}