Vintage Clear Bell Glass Light Shade – 6 ½" Diameter x 11 ½" Tall

Description :
Description: This vintage clear bell glass light shade features a tall, elegant silhouette with gently curved sides and a narrow fitter opening. Crafted from clear pressed glass, the shade offers excellent light clarity and brightness, ideal for pendant fixtures, lanterns, or statement ceiling lights. The transparent glass body highlights the bulb within, creating a clean, timeless appearance suitable for both antique and contemporary applications.

Era: Mid-20th Century

Style: Traditional / Transitional / Industrial

Technique: Pressed and hand-finished clear glass with smooth contour and flared bell base

Tools Used: Glass press mold, annealing kiln, grinding and polishing wheel

History: Bell-form shades like this became a standard in both domestic and commercial lighting from the 1940s onward. Their clarity and simplicity made them compatible with a wide range of fixtures, from schoolhouse pendants to early electric lanterns. The tall proportions and narrow fitter opening suggest it may have originally been used on an industrial pendant or a hall light fixture.

Measurements: 6½" diameter × 11½" tall

Condition: Good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Clear glass shows no chips or cracks; may display minor residue or dust from long-term storage.

Suggested Weight: Approx. 2.5 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension: 10" × 10" × 14" box, securely padded

Item Number : P14822

Category : Shade

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Glass
Style : Traditional / Transitional / Industrial

Measurements

Width : 6 ½"
Height : 11 ½"