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Art Deco American ‘Slip’ Shade Ceiling Light
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Art Deco American ‘Slip’ Shade Ceiling Light

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Poirot Art Deco
Description

An American Art Deco ‘Slip’ Shade Chandelier, with five moulded iridescent dusky pink glass shades that slip into the five arms of the bronze effect frame. The ceiling pendant reminiscent of the Chrysler building and the hanging pendant beneath the light can be turned, allowing the choice of two, three or all five lights to be on. This light in very good condition and rewired.

Overall height: 62cm

Height to bottom of shades: 53cm

Diameter: 47cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Art Deco Slip Shade Chandelier to the 1930s.

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SA1231570
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PAD1906
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Description
An American Art Deco ‘Slip’ Shade Chandelier, with five moulded iridescent dusky pink glass shades that slip into the five arms of the bronze effect frame.
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The ceiling pendant reminiscent of the Chrysler building and the hanging pendant beneath the light can be turned, allowing the choice of two, three or all five lights to be on.
Poirot Art Deco

This light in very good condition and rewired.

Overall height: 62cm

Height to bottom of shades: 53cm

Diameter: 47cm

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Art Deco Slip Shade Chandelier to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231570
Dealers Internal Ref
PAD1906
Poirot Art Deco
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An Art Deco ceiling light featuring a central cast metal stem and frame supporting amber frosted glass slip shades.
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An Art Deco ceiling light featuring a central cast metal stem and frame supporting amber frosted glass slip shades.
Art Deco American ‘Slip’ Shade Ceiling Light
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An Art Deco ceiling light featuring a central cast metal stem and frame supporting amber frosted glass slip shades.
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FAQs

Slip shade light fixtures, also known as slipper shade lights, were highly popular in American home architecture during the late 1920s and 1930s. They are defined by a cast metal frame into which custom-moulded frosted glass shades slide or slip without the need for mechanical screws.

The frames were typically manufactured from cast iron, aluminium, or zinc alloy (often called spelter) with painted, plated, or poly-chromed finishes. The translucent shades were produced using heavy pressed glass, which was frequently frosted or tinted in shades of amber, slipper pink, or custard.

Authentic pieces feature heavy, thick-walled pressed glass shades that fit precisely into their designated metal slots. Look for period wear on the underlying cast metal frame, original wiring channels, and maker casting marks inside the ceiling canopy or frame backplate.

Position the chandelier as a central focal point in an entryway, hallway, or dining space to contrast with contemporary minimalist lines. The warm glow emitted through tinted frosted glass works effectively to soften neutral colour schemes and create atmosphere.

Carefully remove the glass shades from the frame and clean them using warm water and a mild detergent, ensuring they are entirely dry before reinserting. Wipe the metal frame gently with a dry microfibre cloth to clean dust without disturbing original painted or patinated finishes.
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