Hobnail Lamp Shades, 7 inch, White Cased Glass

Opal Hobnail Lamp Shades are cased glass. back in style due to revived interest in  popular 1940's - 1950's  styles. During this time frame Hobnail lamp shades were used on vanity and small table lamps, often with a matching font. However the origins of these shades are much earlier. They were originally used on oil lamps during Victorian times.

Glass Oil Lamp Shade

• Fitter: 7"
• Height:5-3/4"
• Pattern: Hobnail

These glass lamp shades are made in the traditional manner that was used by American manufacturers from the 1800s into the 1900s. They are handblown in a mold by skilled craftsmen. In this historic process two lampshades are blown together as one unit. The center of this unit is then cut in half thereby creating 2 individual shades. Cutting them apart creates a slightly rough base, this is not a flaw. As this process uses authentic glass blowing techniques the glass may exhibit minor imperfections representative of old glass. Glass-thickness can slightly vary, mildly affecting size and weight of lampshade. If needing a pair please order together to assure match. Each shade receives hand-painted pink rosebud detailing, then undergoes a secondary firing to permanently set the decoration. Glossy finish. These shades are uniquely American made.

Install information on 7" lamp shades

• Use this shade style with a shade ring, tripod or spider for support.
• The support portion of the shade-holder should correspond to the shade's fitter size.
• Shade-fitter size is the outside diameter of the lampshade base. It is typically slightly less than 7" and often varies from shade to shade as shades are created by hand.
• This 7" size is commonly seen on 8" - 9" height lamp bases.