Thursday, February 16, 2012

Leaded Glass Inverted Dome with Floral Relief, Circa 1910



This is a wonderful large white leaded Slag Glass Inverted Dome, Circa 1910, with floral relief in the form of garlands and swags. The 19 inch diameter is accentuated by the lovely shape of the dome itself. It starts in a point on the bottom and then fans out to the full diameter creating a very interesting curve. The contour of the shade is then enhanced by the metal work on each glass panel which is all applied. Its almost as if the metal work is growing up the contour of the shade and culminates in that large diameter. The 6 sided rods that suspend the shade have stylized husks  breaks in the middle. The white slag glass is set up as a nice contrast to all this metal work. It has 3 porcelain sockets and is wired with teflon wire. You can use 3-75 watt bulbs. 

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