Vintage Industrial Ceiling Mount Light Fixture – Perforated Metal Shade

Description :
This vintage industrial ceiling mount light fixture features a shallow dome metal shade with a gold-tone interior reflector and an exterior coated in aged beige enamel. The rim is punctuated with small ventilation holes, typical of mid-century industrial or institutional lighting, designed to dissipate heat from incandescent bulbs. The fixture includes an internal porcelain socket and remnants of the original wiring, suitable for restoration or conversion to modern LED use. A surviving partial manufacturer’s label indicates commercial-grade origin, suggesting use in factories, workshops, or public buildings.

Era
Circa 1940s–1960s industrial lighting period.

Style
Mid-Century Industrial / Utility Lighting

Technique
Pressed and rolled steel construction with enamel finish, perforated ventilation holes, and gold interior reflector for improved light diffusion.

Tools Used
Metal press, lathe for shaping the dome, drill for perforations, industrial enamel spray booth, kiln or bake oven for enamel curing.

History
This type of fixture was common in factories, warehouses, and schools during the mid-20th century. Its robust steel body and heat-dispersing perforations were hallmarks of durable American industrial design.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown (Label partially legible—likely a regional industrial electrical supplier such as Progress Lighting or Crouse-Hinds).

Measurements
11" Diameter x 6½" Height

Suggested Weight
Approx. 3–4 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
14" x 14" x 10"

Item Number : P14837

Category : Light Fixture

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Metal
Style : Mid-Century Industrial / Utility Lighting

Measurements

Width : 11"
Height : 6 ½"