Description: VINTAGE REVERSE PAINTED CUSTARD GLASS DOME OIL LAMP SHADE 11 7/8" this listing is for one lamp shade. This listing is for a lamp shade only. The lighting used was for visual effect measures 11 7/8 inches across outside edges 5 1/2 inches tall top hole is 2 3/8 inches across inside measure small chip on the inside of the top hole This is an opaque glass not a white glass. It is called custard glass. It has beautifully done purple roses on it all the way around it. Custard glass is a type of Victorian-era opaque glass that comes in various shades, ranging from pale ivory to bright yellow or green. Here are some interesting details about custard glass:Origins and Names:Initially, this glass was made in England by Sowerby and marketed as “Queen’s Ivory Ware.”It gained popularity in the United States during the 1890s after being introduced abroad.The glassware is often referred to as “custard glass” due to its color resemblance to custard.Appearance and Composition:Custard glass is most commonly of the pressed variety.It varies in color, evoking thoughts of the pudding-like dessert called custard.The yellow tint in custard glass comes from uranium oxide added to the molten glass during production.Some pieces appear thick and chunky with complete opacity, while others are more delicate and slightly translucent. Collectibility and Manufacturers:During the early 1900s, several companies competed in the custard glass arena.Northwood is known as a key producer and the first to create a complete set of tableware in this color.Other manufacturers, such as Heisey Glass Co., Jefferson Glass Co., Tarentum Glass Co., and Fenton Art Glass Co., also produced custard glassware.Some pieces featured fancy molds, like Libbey’s corn-shaped “maize” pattern.Souvenir glassware commemorating travel destinations and historical events was also made from custard glass. Ebay's shipping calculator can run high on larger boxes. We refund the overcharge when this occurs. We use a high resolution camera to give a detailed description of the item 22224-7
Price: 74.95 USD
Location: Dalton, Ohio
End Time: 2025-02-04T14:06:49.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Lamp Shade
Number in Pack: 1
Color: Multicolor
Style: Victorian
Material: Glass
Compatible Product: Oil Lamp
Shade Shape: Round
