Mid-Century Harvest Wheat Ceiling Light Shade
Decorative art, lighting fixture component • Generic mass-produced architectural hardware; likely manufactured by a company such as General Electric, Moe Bridges, or Sears Roebuck & Co.
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern / Americana Folk Revival
Medium & Technique
Pressed milk glass with screen-printed or stenciled ceramic frits in a gold-tone wheat motif.
Creation Period
Circa 1950–1970
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 12 inches; square concave format with a center-drilled mounting hole.
Subject Description
A square, dish-shaped glass shade featuring curved edges. The decorative motif consists of stylized stalks of wheat in the corners, symbolizing abundance and domesticity, which was a popular pastoral theme for kitchens and dining areas in mid-20th century American homes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the glass appears intact without major chips, though there are visible surface scuffs and dust accumulation.
Estimated Market Value
$20.00 – $45.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$10.00 – $30.00 USD
Provenance History
Likely a residential fixture salvaged from a ranch-style or suburban home; no distinct maker's marks visible in the current view.
Art Historical Significance
Minor; it serves as an example of domestic industrial design and the democratization of decorative aesthetics for the middle-class post-war household.
Notable Features
Scalloped edges and a nostalgic wheat pattern that characterises 1960s suburban interior design.
Condition Issues
Surface grime, minor abrasions to the silk-screened pattern, and slight oxidation on the central metal mounting hardware.
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with non-abrasive soap and water. Inspect the central mounting hole for stress fractures before re-installing.