Alabaster-Style Bell Shade
Decorative art, lighting fixture component • Mass-produced commercial manufacturer (e.g., Progress Lighting, Hampton Bay, or similar)
Style & Movement
Contemporary traditional / Builder-grade lighting
Medium & Technique
Blown glass with frosted finish and swirled 'alabaster' or 'scavo' effect
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (c. 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 4.5 inches in height with a 2-inch neck fitter and roughly 5-6 inch base diameter; three-dimensional bell format
Subject Description
A bell-shaped glass shade featuring a translucent white body with integrated opaque white swirls designed to mimic the appearance of natural alabaster stone.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible surface dust and minor grime typical of residential use, but appears free of major chips or structural cracks
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $15 USD
Auction Estimate
$2 - $10 USD (standard lot value)
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a standard home improvement retail outlet or a pre-installed residential lighting fixture; no notable historical ownership recorded
Art Historical Significance
Minimal; represents the late 20th-century trend of using faux-natural materials in mass-produced domestic interior design to provide a sense of luxury at a low cost
Notable Features
Features a 'swirl' pattern unique to the individual glass blowing process, though standardized in design
Condition Issues
Accumulated dust, potential minor scratches around the fitter rim from installation screws
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with lukewarm water and mild dish soap; avoid abrasive chemicals that could mar the frosted finish