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Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light
Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light from below
Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light bowl hook
Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light lamp holder and cable
Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light glass detail
Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light ceiling hooks
large wooden pattress
13w led bulb
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Extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier glass bowl ceiling light with fantastic jagged marbling in shades of brown and black

Regular price £385.00 £0.00

Ribbed design extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher/Plafonnier ceiling light with fantastic jagged marbling in shades of brown and black

Affectionately known as ‘flycatchers’, these hanging glass bowl ceiling light shades became popular during the 1920s through to the 1950s. 

The jagged marbling in shades of brown and black and dark bronze fittings create an imposing flycatcher/Plafonnier which looks as good lit or unlit. 

I have carefully restored this salvaged light to its former glory and fitted it with new period dark bronze components; chains, glass bowl hooks, 3-hook ceiling fitting and lamp holder. It has a new wooden pattress and is fitted with dark brown fabric flex. The ES (E27) lampholder has been PAT tested for safety.

Each one is original and has been used, showing normal signs of wear and tear.

This Flycatcher ceiling light comes with everything you need to easily convert your existing ceiling fitting. Wiring should be carried out by a qualified electrician.

The wooden pattress is supplied in plain varnished pine and can be painted to suit your ceiling colour or contrast with it.

The flycatcher is fixed to the ceiling with a circular 3 hook ceiling rose and is supported by 3 chains. The height of the flycatcher can be adjusted when fitting by removing a number links from the chains (I suggest no more than 2 to 3 links).

Fitting instructions.

1. The wooden pattress should be securely fitted to the ceiling by a qualified electrician..

2. Wiring of the 3-hook ceiling plate and lamp holder should be carried out by a qualified electrician. Please Note: The 3-hook ceiling plate will need to be earthed using the supplied earth tag.

3. The bulb should not touch the bowl (approx 5cm away) and cable should be secured by tightening the cord grip.

This extra large 1920s-1950s flycatcher ceiling light comes complete with a 13w LED (Non dimmable) bulb.

Height: 15cm
Width: 36cm
Chain to ceiling: 47cm
Cable: Dark brown fabric covered
PAT tested

All dimensions are approximate.

You may also like our gorgeous 1940s-1950s flycatcher with green and purple marbling and original rose design bowl hooks and this beautiful Art Deco flycatcher/plafonnier with brown marbling and original extra long period decorative chains. Browse our full Flycatcher Pendant Lights collection for more vintage ceiling lights.

All prices include careful packing and delivery to England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland. For international deliveries please contact me for shipping rates. It’s a Light uses new electrical components for its lighting which comply with all current UK and EU legislation.


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