Arts and Crafts Slag Glass Chandelier
Decorative lighting fixture (Chandelier/Pendant) • Likely manufactured by a company such as Bradley & Hubbard, Miller, or Chicago Reed & Fixture Co.
Style & Movement
Arts and Crafts / Mission Style with Victorian-revival transitional elements
Medium & Technique
Leaded slag glass (amber/caramel hue) with cast white metal frame, likely featuring a cold-painted or patinated finish with repoussé-style filigree
Creation Period
Early 20th Century, approximately 1910–1925
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 20 to 24 inches in diameter; circular/dome format
Subject Description
A multi-panel suspended light fixture featuring curved caramel slag glass panels set into a metal armature decorated with floral scrollwork and beaded borders
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (Vintage Condition); shows expected oxidation and dust accumulation consistent with age
Estimated Market Value
$400 – $850 USD (Retail)
Auction Estimate
$250 – $500 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely a residential fixture from a Craftsman or Victorian era home
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the democratization of the Arts and Crafts movement, where industrial manufacturing mimicked hand-crafted stained glass for the middle-class market
Notable Features
Features a highly detailed floral scroll filigree band and distinctive 'beaded' metal trim between the upper glass panels
Condition Issues
Visible surface oxidation on lead lines and metal filigree; potential hair-line cracks in glass panels typical of heat expansion; surface grime
Conservation Recommendations
Professional cleaning with non-abrasive solution; check electrical wiring for modern safety standards; maintain in low-humidity environment