Shaded ceiling lamp - Uranium glass - Ouraline

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Opaline uranium glass lampshade in green, Art Deco style, circa 1930–1940 (Ouraline glass), 22 cm diameter, 10 cm high, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear, sold without fitting or suspension.

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Ancient opaline glass lampshade containing uranium (Vaseline Glass) – Art Deco – circa 1930

Description

Rare antique opaline glass lampshade containing uranium (Vaseline Glass), dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1925-1940.

The piece features a superb green-yellow hue in natural light and reveals an intense green fluorescence under UV light, characteristic of uranium glass. Its twelve-sided design and its fluted edge give it the elegance typical of interwar period luminaires.

The lampshade is offered as a standalone item, without mounting or suspension.

Condition

* Very good overall condition.
* No cracks or restorations observed.
* No visible chips on inspection (see photos).
* Minor signs of use compatible with its age.

Dimensions

* Diameter: about 22 cm
* Opening diameter (neck): about 5 cm
* Height: about 10 cm

Photos are an integral part of the description. The UV light 396 photographs illustrate the strong fluorescence of the glass, but the UV lamp is not included in the sale.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped insured.

Ancient opaline glass lampshade containing uranium (Vaseline Glass) – Art Deco – circa 1930

Description

Rare antique opaline glass lampshade containing uranium (Vaseline Glass), dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1925-1940.

The piece features a superb green-yellow hue in natural light and reveals an intense green fluorescence under UV light, characteristic of uranium glass. Its twelve-sided design and its fluted edge give it the elegance typical of interwar period luminaires.

The lampshade is offered as a standalone item, without mounting or suspension.

Condition

* Very good overall condition.
* No cracks or restorations observed.
* No visible chips on inspection (see photos).
* Minor signs of use compatible with its age.

Dimensions

* Diameter: about 22 cm
* Opening diameter (neck): about 5 cm
* Height: about 10 cm

Photos are an integral part of the description. The UV light 396 photographs illustrate the strong fluorescence of the glass, but the UV lamp is not included in the sale.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped insured.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Glass type
Uranium glass
Title additional information
Ouraline
Number of objects
1
Material
Glass
Country of origin
Unknown
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
No
Height
10 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
Colour
Green
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
181
Objects sold
100%
Private

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