Art Deco Milk Glass Sconce Shade – Frosted Bullet Dome with Geometric Detailing

Description :
This vintage milk glass sconce shade exemplifies Art Deco craftsmanship with a bold, geometric silhouette and crisp linear accents. The glass features a frosted bullet dome with prismatic bumps on the face and a stepped ribbed pattern wrapping the sides, adding both visual interest and light diffusion. Measuring 4 ¼" in height, 5 ¾" in depth, and 4 ½" in width, with a 3 ¼" diameter fitter base, this piece would have originally adorned a hallway, bathroom, or exterior entry. Its streamlined style and compact scale make it a perfect candidate for restoration projects or vintage lighting collections.

Era:
1930s–1940s

Style:
Art Deco / Streamline Moderne

Technique:
Mold-blown opaque glass with pressed relief pattern

Tools Used:
Glass mold press, circular lathe molds, kiln annealing tools

History:
Originally used in architectural sconces of the pre-war era, this shade is a survivor of early electric lighting design.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown (style consistent with companies like Holophane or Gill Glass, but not marked)

Measurements:
4 ¼" H x 5 ¾" D x 4 ½" W – 3 ¼" Ø base

Suggested Weight:
Approximately 2 lbs

Item Number : P13231

Category : Shade

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Glass
Style : Art Deco / Streamline Moderne

Measurements

Width : 4 ½" W
Height : 4 ¼" H