Lot of four iridescent amber glass lamp shades with frosted ribbed exterior and glossy interior with a 2 1/4" base.

Weight: 3
Height: 12
Width: 12
Depth: 12
Size: 2.25 x 4.5 x 5.25"
Maker: N/A
Material: Glass
Date: Circa 1920
Provenance: FL Estate
Condition: Very good condition. No chips or cracks. Note one of the lamp shades has a lighter shade.
History: Before the introduction of electricity in the late 1800s, homes burned lard or whale oil in kerosene lamps, in addition to candles, to light the home. These portable lamps were versatile and could be carried around by hand and were mostly functional. As the variety of lamp styles increased, so did the decorative elements of the shades. Antique lamp shades make a nice addition to any living room, and can be placed in the middle of a room to highlight its design. Antique lamp shades are distinguishable by their complex designs. Kerosene lamp shades were vase shaped and allowed air to the flame, while protecting it from breezes. Over time, the design of the kerosene lamp shades changed to a taller and slimmer design. The introduction of electricity helped antique lamp shade manufacturers produce designs in a variety of sizes and shapes. Stained glass designs took lighting to a new direction. Not only could a colorful lamp shade highlight a home, but they indicated wealth and prosperity.