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Can glass lampshades be painted?
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Yes, a glass lampshade can be painted. It’s best to use a paint that’s designed to be applied to glass and to use the instructions that are provided with that paint to get the best results. Shop a range of antique and modern glass lampshades on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Regency Italian Reverse Painted Glass Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage Regency table lamp. Incredible reverse painted glass dome. Beautiful scene of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Paint
Vintage Regency Italian Reverse Painted Glass Lamp After Fornasetti
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage Regency table lamp. Incredible reverse painted glass dome in the manner of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Paint
Remarkable Pair of Reverse Painted Lamps in the Style of Piero Fornasetti
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning pair of reverse painted glass lamps. A subtle, whimsical, almost surreal interpretation
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Glass
Banker's/ Desk Lamp by "Pittsburgh Lamp Co." Reverse Painted Shade, ca. 1920's
By Pittsburgh Lamp, Brass and Glass Company
Located in Petaluma, CA
This beautiful little lamp can be used as a desk lamp by just adjusting the lower knuckle to the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Edwardian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
America Handel Lamp with Reverse Painted Glass Shade
Located in Fairfax, VA
Beautiful American reverse painted glass shade and lacquered base table lamp by Handel.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Chinese Reverse Painted Glass Table Lamp With Brass Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing Chinese reverse painted glass table lamp. Features Chinese characters and depictions
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
