Description
Vintage, 16" Holophane Industrial Semi Flush Ceiling Light, Early 20th Century, 12" Wide Prismatic Ribbed Glass Industrial Fixture
Add historic character and beautiful light to your space with this 16-inch, "sailor hat" Holophane prismatic glass semi flush ceiling light. The clear glass shade features Holophane's distinctive ribbed and cross-prismatic pattern, paired with a handsome brass-toned metal gallery and original-style retaining clips. “Sailor hat light” is a term used for this general style of vintage glass fixture because the broad, brim-like lower glass resembles a sailor's hat.
Holophane glass became renowned in the early 20th century for its innovative prismatic design, which was engineered to redirect and diffuse light while reducing glare. Features
Holophane glass became renowned in the early 20th century for its innovative prismatic design, which was engineered to redirect and diffuse light while reducing glare. Features
- Holophane prismatic glass shade
- Measurements: 16"W x 16"D x 12"H
- Weight: 15 lbs.
- Clear, heavily textured prismatic glass
- Antiqued brass-toned metal gallery
- Metal retaining clips
- Distinctive vintage/industrial character
- Beautiful light-diffusing and refracting effect
- Ideal for residential or commercial interiors
