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Vintage Bell Shade 2 1/4 Inch Fitter Etched Frosted Glass Starburst

$ 54.99

Vintage Bell Shade 2 1/4 Inch Fitter Etched Frosted Glass Starburst


The Bell Shade Every Restorer Is Searching For — Etched Frosted Glass, Sized Right for a 2 1/4 Inch Fitter

Bell shade collectors and lamp restorers know the moment they see it — that soft, frosted glow paired with a crisp etched starburst pattern, exactly the kind of detail that turns a half-finished fixture into a completed restoration. This vintage bell-shaped shade brings a gentle, even diffusion of light through its frosted glass body, with numerous etched starburst medallions catching the eye without overwhelming the simplicity of the form. Cut for a standard 2 1/4 inch fitter, it slips easily into sconces, vanity light fixtures, pendant lights, and a wide range of antique and vintage lighting setups built to that same fitter standard — a versatile, period-appropriate choice for anyone restoring early-century lighting. This is a true vintage piece, carrying the small marks and manufacturing quirks of its era rather than the uniformity of a reproduction. Whether you're completing a treasured family lamp, outfitting a vanity light, or sourcing the right fitter size for a sconce restoration, this etched frosted glass shade offers the authenticity collectors and designers look for.


MEASUREMENTS

The shade stands 5 inches tall. It measures 4 1/4 inches in diameter at its widest point. The shade is sized for a 2 1/4 inch fitter.


CONDITION

This is a vintage original shade in good overall condition. The frosted glass shows minor manufacturing and age-related inconsistencies consistent with its era. There is a small chip at the fitter opening; please review the photos closely for full detail. The etched starburst pattern remains clear and well defined.


✓ Free domestic shipping.
✓ 30 day return policy.
✓ Fits a standard 2 1/4 inch fitter for easy installation.
✓ Frosted glass diffuses light softly and evenly.
✓ Etched starburst pattern adds authentic vintage character.


This bell shade is offered subject to availability, as it is currently listed at other venues as well.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions — we're happy to help.

Product No. 7181

*WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including lead, known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov  


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The Vintporium Heritage Standard

The Heritage Standard

Restored by hand, one at a time. Old wire out. New wire rated for present use, sound sockets, and grounding where the fixture allows. The body, glass, finish, and the marks it earned stay. Every fixture is tested on the bench before it leaves the shop.

About the Founder

Joe Golda has run Vintporium from his workshop in San José since 2008. He sources the pieces, pulls the old wiring, rewires them, finishes them by hand, and packs them himself. One person, one bench, one standard. Every fixture is tested — each socket, each switch — before it ships. What's original is called original. What's new is called new. We call this commitment to candor and craft our Heritage Standard.