Imposing Art Deco flycatcher/Plafonnier ceiling light with striking marbled glass design and original decorative bowl hooks
Imposing Art Deco flycatcher/Plafonnier ceiling light with striking marbled glass design and original decorative bowl hooks
Affectionately known as 'flycatchers', these hanging glass bowl ceiling light shades became popular during the 1920s through to the 1950s.
This imposing Art Deco flycatcher/plafonnier is a genuinely special piece — its striking marbled glass design commands attention, and the original decorative bowl hooks are a rare survival that add authentic period character. It glows beautifully when lit and is a sculptural statement when unlit.
I have carefully restored this salvaged light to its former glory and fitted it with new antique brass components; chains, 3-hook ceiling fitting and lamp holder. It has a new wooden pattress and is fitted with black fabric flex. The ES (E27) lampholder has been PAT tested for safety. The original decorative bowl hooks have been retained.
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 natural pine and can be painted to suit your ceiling colour or contrast with it (If you have an existing plaster ceiling rose your electrician can just use the metal 3 hook ceiling plate).
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 vintage Flycatcher ceiling light comes complete with a 13w LED (Non dimmable) bulb.
Height: 12cm
Width: 35cm
Chain to ceiling: 44cm
Cable: Black 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.
